The Mavericks previously extended a qualifying offer to Cisse, making him a restricted free agent and giving them the right to match any outside offer he receives.<\/p>\n
His salary is half guaranteed in the first year, and 2027-28 is non-guaranteed.<\/p>\n
Knicks target young rim protector <\/p>\n Cisse made 38 appearances during his rookie season with Dallas, averaging 4.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game.<\/p>\n The 23-year-old center stands 6-foot-11 and went undrafted before earning a two-way contract with the Mavericks. He also produced 14.7 points and 13.1 rebounds per game with the Texas Legends in the G League.<\/p>\n Cisse’s athleticism, rebounding, and rim protection could provide the Knicks with additional depth at center.<\/p>\n Mavericks face decision on Cisse’s future <\/p>\n Dallas must now determine whether Cisse remains part of its plans or whether it is willing to let him continue his career in New York.<\/p>\n Matching the offer sheet would keep Cisse with the Mavs under the same two-year terms agreed upon with the Knicks.<\/p>\n Should Dallas decline to match before Monday’s deadline, the center will officially join New York.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Subscribe to BN+ and get access to exclusive content.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n If you like our content, please click here<\/a> and add us as your preferred source. It helps us a lot, and we are committed to delivering you the very latest basketball news.<\/p>\n ![\"\"\/](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/bn-plus.png\")
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