JADEN HARDY NEWS

Mavs Coach Jason Kidd Must Find Consistent Minutes for Rookie Jaden Hardy The need to find Jaden Hardy more minutes is becoming more and more evident as the rookie is fresh off a career-best night in Portland.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Impresses off bench Sunday Hardy ended with 25 points (8-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 6-9 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal over 27 minutes during Sunday's 140-123 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Including star point guard Luka Doncic (ankle), Dallas was without five rotation players Sunday, which opened up extra run for Hardy. As he's done on a few occasions this season, the second-round rookie put his scoring chops on display, producing nearly a point per minute during his time on the court. Hardy could have some intrigue in points leagues if he's able to capture a consistent 20-plus-minute role, but his limited contributions in other areas render him less useful in category leagues.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs very pleased with Hardy's progress Jaden Hardy has played very well lately since coach Jason Kidd gave him some meaningful playing time.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • MAVS.COM

EXCLUSIVE: G League Ignite Coach Talks Mavs 'Top-10 Talent' Jaden Hardy To gain insight into the development of Dallas Mavericks rookie Jaden Hardy, DallasBasketball.com spoke to G League Ignite head coach Jason...

JANUARY 12, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Jaden Hardy 'Attack Without Fear!' Film Study Visit with Mavs' Explosive Rookie Dallas Mavericks rookie Jaden Hardy has earned meaningful minutes. He spoke to DallasBasketball.com about his development.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Jaden Hardy 'Attack Without Fear!' Film Study Visit with Mavs' Explosive Rookie Dallas Mavericks rookie Jaden Hardy has earned meaningful minutes. He spoke to DallasBasketball.com about his development.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Mavs vs. Thunder: 3 Big Things to Watch - 'I'm Ready,' Says Jaden Hardy The Dallas Mavericks look to kick off their five-game road trip on the right foot in Oklahoma City. What are some of the biggest key things...

JANUARY 8, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Mavericks waive Kemba Walker, possibly with an eye toward an expanded role for rookie Jaden Hardy - The Boston Globe Walker played two seasons with the Celtics after spending his first eight NBA season in Charlotte and was with the Knicks in 2021-22.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Mavs waive Walker, could take longer look at rookie Hardy

The Dallas Mavericks have waived veteran guard Kemba Walker, moving on before his guaranteed salary kicked in and possibly creating more chances for rookie Jaden Hardy

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores 15 points off bench Hardy finished with 15 points (5-8 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists in 15 minutes during Thursday's 124-95 loss to Boston.

Impact Hardy didn't take the court in the first half and was just 1-of-1 from the field in the third quarter for three points as the Mavericks tried to dig themselves out of a hole at home. The Dallas guard capitalized on his minutes in the fourth quarter, however, knocking down four of seven shots for 12 points, including both of his attempts from beyond the arc. Hardy's 15 points in the contest matched his season high, while he also connected on a season-high three three-pointers.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'A Lot of Boogie': Mavs Rookie Jaden Hardy Took Full Advantage of Late Minutes vs. Celtics In the Dallas Mavericks’ blowout loss to the Boston Celtics, rookie guard Jaden Hardy scored 15 points in the fourth quarter. What made it e...

JANUARY 6, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

In line for expanded role Coach Jason Kidd said that Hardy will "play early" in Thursday's contest against the Rockets, Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact With Reggie Bullock (illness), Dorian Finney-Smith (hip), Josh Green (elbow) and Maxi Kleber (hamstring) all absent Thursday Dallas is in massive need of defensive help, a role in which Hardy is more than suitable. Although he has been in and out of the rotation so far this season, Hardy should be expected to see ample run Thursday. In his only game with 20 or more minutes played, Hardy logged 15 points, one steal and one block and should only be considered in deeper leagues.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Christmas Day Hardy (back) is available for Sunday's Christmas Day matchup against the Lakers.

Impact Hardy missed Friday's game after suffering a back contusion while playing with the Texas Legends during the G League Showcase and was initially listed as questionable for Christmas Day. However, he's since been cleared for action and may see an increased role with Kemba Walker (knee) and Josh Green (elbow) both out.

DECEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Christmas Day Hardy (back) is questionable to play in Sunday's matchup with the Lakers.

Impact Hardy missed Friday's game after suffering a back contusion with the Texas Legends of the G League. If he's able to suit up Sunday, he could see extended minutes as the backup point guard with Kemba Walker (knee) out.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled, unavailable Friday Hardy (back) was recalled from the G League's Texas Legends on Friday.

Impact Although Hardy has rejoined the parent club, he sustained a back contusion with the Legends on Tuesday and has been ruled out for the Mavericks' game against Houston on Friday. His next chance to suit up will be Sunday against the Lakers.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to G League Hardy was assigned to the Texas Legends of the G League on Sunday.

Impact After spending the last week with Dallas, the team has decided to reassign him to its G League affiliate, where he's been dominant, averaging 30 points, 4.7 rebounds and 3.8 assists in 34.3 minutes per night. However, he's struggled to find his rhythm with Dallas, averaging 4.2 points over 7.1 minutes per night.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Blows up for 15 points off bench Hardy finished with 15 points (5-13 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound, one assist, one block and one steal across 23 minutes in Saturday's 144-115 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Opportunities at the NBA level have been few and far between for Hardy during his rookie season, but he hasn't been shy about putting up shots on the rare occasions he gets some run off the bench. The blowout made that possible Saturday, and Hardy was able to set or match career highs across the board while getting extended minutes. He now owns a massive 36.7 percent usage rate over his first 42 NBA minutes, but he'll likely be much more deferential if he happens to share the floor with superstar Luka Doncic (quadriceps) at any point.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mavs BREAKING: Luka OUT; Rookie Move Jaden Hardy at Bulls When the Dallas Mavericks take on the Chicago Bulls on Saturday, they will do so with Luka Doncic being among their inactive players. Will J...

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Mavs BREAKING: Luka OUT; Rookie Move Jaden Hardy at Bulls When the Dallas Mavericks take on the Chicago Bulls on Saturday, they will do so with Luka Doncic being among their inactive players. Will J...

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Recalled to NBA Hardy was recalled from the G League and will be available for Saturday's matchup against the Bulls.

Impact Hardy could see action Saturday, as Luka Doncic (quadriceps), Josh Green (elbow) and Maxi Kleber (foot) are all sidelined. In Green's 19 total NBA minutes, he's racked up 15 points, three rebounds and one assist.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jaden Hardy Sent Back to G League; Is There Clear Path to Mavs Minutes? The Dallas Mavericks send Jaden Hardy back to the G League without a short-term trajectory for a real role with the main club.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Jason Kidd sees Mavs fans' calls for rookie Jaden Hardy, but 'Twitter isn't the coach' DENVER — If you’re reading this article after clicking the link on Twitter, Mavericks coach Jason Kidd has a message for you. If you have th...

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Lights up Suns in garbage time Hardy finished with 10 points (4-5 FG, 2-2 FT) in 2:25 of court time in Monday's 130-111 win over the Suns.

Impact According to Callie Caplan of The Dallas Morning News, head coach Jason Kidd said prior to the game that Hardy was deserving of more playing time with the Mavericks, after the rookie second-round pick had averaged 29.0 points (on 54.8 percent shooting from the field), 4.4 three-pointers, 4.3 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 0.9 blocks and 0.7 steals in 34.1 minutes per game over his first nine contests with the G League's Texas Legends. Though Kidd didn't give any run to Hardy on Monday until the outcome was already in hand, the 20-year-old provided a glimpse of his immense potential. While sporting an absurd 107.7 usage rate, Hardy put up points efficiently, though he also picked up two fouls along the way. Hardy could get a look in the Dallas rotation at some point, but it may take a couple injuries to backcourt players before that materializes.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jaden Hardy Scores 1st NBA Points at Iconic Madison Square Garden Dallas Mavericks rookie Jaden Hardy scored his first NBA points against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Should see minutes Saturday Head coach Jason Kidd indicated Saturday that Hardy should see some minutes versus the Knicks, Dwain Price of the Mavericks' official site reports.

Impact It seems unlikely Hardy will be a major factor in the contest, but he's expected to get some run for the Mavs. Hardy notably played just six and four minutes in his only two other appearances for Dallas.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE