Unrestricted FA Brian Cardinal said that he'd "like to play another year." "But at the same time I understand it's a crazy business," Cardinal added. "I'm awfully thankful for the previous 12 years. I've played longer than anybody would have expected, myself included." It's pretty incredible to think that "The Janitor" has played for over a decade, but his playing career may be over in the NBA after he hasn't elicited any interest in free agency.

Brian Cardinal tweeted Saturday that he will be playing with the Mavs again this season. "Jumping on a plane tomorrow headed for the Big D!," tweeted Cardinal. "Excited to be back with the Mavs!!! Let's get it!!!" We'll always appreciate his performance in last year's Finals, but Cardinal won't have any fantasy value anytime soon.

Free agent Brian Cardinal is hoping to re-sign with the Dallas Mavericks. Cardinal wants to play one more season in the NBA before retiring, and he's hoping that his chance comes in Dallas. "My goal is to play another year, and hopefully, that's in Dallas," Cardinal said. "It's a crazy business, so we will see where things take us." Regardless of where he lands, his role will remain unchanged.

Beat writer Jeff Caplan expects free agent Brian Cardinal to re-sign with the Mavericks. Cardinal made major contributions in the Finals, is fast friends with Dirk Nowitzki/Rick Carlisle and is likely willing to play for the veteran minimum. He's a glue guy that will likely return to his customary bench role for the defending champs.