Tue 4/1/14 12:38 PM

The Mavericks are determined to keep Samuel Dalembert (back) in the fold for the 2014-15 season, according to president of basketball operations Donnie Nelson. Dalembert is signed to a contract with the Mavericks next season, but the Mavericks could theoretically sever ties after the 2013-14 season as only part of his contract is guaranteed. Nelson poured water on that possibility, however. "Absolutely we'll have Sam back," Nelson said. "When he brings his A game, we're a different team." Dalembert is averaging 9.4 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game over his last five so fantasy owners in dire need of boards and blocks down the homestretch should be looking his way.