Alex Fudge is ready for this new chapter with the Mavericks after previously playing with the Lakers.
THE Dallas Mavericks recently signed offer Alex Fudge a two-way contract. Fudge had already made a two-way deal with the the Los Angeles Lakers and appeared in four games with LA. He performed well at the G League level, averaging 7.8 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.7 blocks per outing in 18 games with the South Bay Lakers.
Ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Indiana Pacers, Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd revealed what Fudge brings to Dallas.
“I think when you talk about being athletic, he’s going to spend most of his time in the G League,” Kidd said. “It gives us another opportunity to grow. We’ve done it to a very high level here. And I hope we can do it with Alex.
Kidd praised the Mavericks organization as the team continues to develop young talent. AJ Lawson is the latest example of someone the Mavs helped develop and he recently received an NBA standard contract after already having a two-way agreement. Kidd hopes Fudge can follow a similar path.
Fudge is excited to join the Mavericks organization. He took time out for an exclusive interview with ClutchPoints on Tuesday.
Alex Fudge ready for new chapter with Mavericks
*This interview has been lightly edited for clarity
Joey Mistretta: What do you think about joining this team?
Alex Fudge: I love it. I did pre-draft training here, I loved the environment, I loved the players, I loved the coaches. I’m happy to be here…I’m happy to get there.
Joey Mistretta: What is your message to the fans?
Alex Fudge: I am ready to work. It’s all about the Mavs, so let’s get to it.
Joey Mistretta: What do you think of Luka Doncic And Kyrie Irving?
Alex Fudge: I mean, watching Luka, watching Kyrie, two great players. Two great players that I can learn from… It’s a great situation for me. Watching them every night, being with them, will be a great experience.
Joey Mistretta: Last question, what are your goals here in Dallas?
Alex Fudge: Get better. Building on what I was doing in Los Angeles. Expand on that…I hope to get a contract. Just play basketball.
About the Author
Joey Mistretta is a Dallas Mavericks reporter and MLB editor for ClutchPoints. He is from a small town in Southern California. Mistretta earned a college degree in broadcast journalism from Biola University.
