The Dallas Mavericks have waived John Poulakidas and Seth Lundy as the organization finalizes its roster ahead of the 2026-27 NBA regular season.
Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reported Saturday on X, formerly known as Twitter, that Dallas had parted ways with Poulakidas, who occupied a two-way roster spot.
“The Dallas Mavericks have waived two-way guard John Poulakidas, league sources told @hoopshype.”
ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel subsequently reported that Lundy was also being released.
“In addition to Poulakidas, the Mavs are also waiving Seth Lundy.”
The moves come after Dallas concluded its preseason schedule with a 1-3 record, including Friday night's 135-111 loss to the Atlanta Hawks.
Poulakidas and Lundy were competing for opportunities as the Mavericks evaluated their depth ahead of the regular season. Their departures give Dallas additional flexibility as the front office makes its final roster decisions.
Article Continues BelowThe Mavericks enter the 2026-27 campaign looking to rebound from a disappointing 26-56 season that left them 12th in the Western Conference standings.
Dallas will rely on reigning Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg and returning star guard Kyrie Irving as the franchise begins a new chapter under head coach Dusty May.
The Mavericks open their regular season Wednesday, Oct. 21, against the Houston Rockets at 8:30 p.m. ET.