The Mavericks were forced to waive center Bernard James on Friday, according to ESPN's Marc Stein. Stein reports the Mavs made the move to allow enough space to finalize their deal with Monta Ellis. This isn't too much of a surprise after James left the Mavs' summer league team after they declined to guarantee his contract for the 2013-14 season. According to Stein, Dallas would like to re-sign James if he makes it through waivers, but that appears unlikely given his upside and relatively cheap contract.

Bernard James left the Mavericks' Summer League team one day after they declined to guarantee his contract for the 2013-14 season. Mark Cuban wouldn't comment on the situation and ESPN Dallas reports that he left for "personal reasons," but it's possible that James is no longer part of the plan in Dallas. The Mavs signed Samuel Dalembert to be their starting center, they're expected to re-sign Brandan Wright, and signing Greg Oden remains a possibility.

Bernard James returned to Dallas and will not play in Tuesday's summer-league game for personal reasons. He had an illness that forced him to miss Sunday's action and this appears to be something unrelated. Should Dallas continue to swing and miss on signing centers, James could see more minute in the regular season.

Bernard James (illness) will not play in summer league on Sunday. There's no word on the severity of the illness and hopefully Sarge can suit up in for Dallas' next game on Tuesday. James put on some extra muscle to his frame, so the extra practice couldn't hurt his game.

Bernard James said that he added 10 pounds to his frame this offseason. He added that he's trying to add 10-15 pounds on top the of the 10. The Mavs have been swinging and missing in their attempts to bring in a center and James might have an easier time to get minutes than once thought. He's still not considered a threat for a consistent role and will likely hover around the 9.9 minutes per game from last season.

Rookie Bernard James blocked a career-high seven shots in 15 minutes on Friday, and also added four points on 2-of-2 shooting with six rebounds and one steal. Wow. James isn't getting minutes but we'll be watching to see what happens if he does. Owners should still watch this action from the wire.

Bernard James lasted just 11 minutes in his start at center on Sunday, finishing with two points and three rebounds. Elton Brand was benched and had 12 points and three boards in 17 minutes, while Chris Kaman had six points and five boards in just 11 minutes. Brandan Wright also made a surprise appearance after falling out of the rotation and also played 11 minutes. Our guess is Brand is still the guy to own from this group, with Kaman close behind, and that Carlisle was simply trying to send a message to his big men to hit the boards and play more defense. Stay tuned.

Bernard James will start at center for the Mavericks on Sunday against the Suns. Elton Brand got us all excited by starting in the last one over Chris Kaman, but it's starting to look like Rick Carlisle isn't exactly sure what he wants to do at center. If you recently picked up Brand, don't let this news scare you. But if James plays well, it will be interesting to see if Carlisle sticks with him or not.

Bernard James (illness) was active on Wednesday, but he did not play. James had an allergic reaction to shellfish, but he's good to go and will resume his usual seat at the end of the Mavs bench.

Bernard James (illness) is expected to play on Wednesday. James did not play in Dallas' last game due to the illness, but he is a regular DNP-Coach's Decision and is on the outside of the rotation looking in.