Monta Ellis had become a running joke in the NBA. He was the definition of inefficiency—a high-volume shooter that settled for bad shots and had tunnel vision with sights set on the basket. The sample size is small, but he’s redefined his game with the Dallas Mavericks and has exceeded all expectations.
It wasn’t a surprise to see his new contract with the Mavericks met with cynicism and scorn. Ellis was somewhat of a consolation prize for Mark Cuban’s team after they missed out on Chris Paul, Dwight Howard and Andre Iguodala in free agency.
He may not have a bigger impact than any of those players, but at his three-year, $25 million price tag, he looks like one of the best value signings of the offseason.
Dallas was taking a chance on his considerable talent and betting that their structure and culture of winning would be able to make Ellis a better player.
The early results have been stunning.
Despite the presence of Jose Calderon—one of the best pure point guards in the league—Monta Ellis has been the primary shot-creator for the Mavs.
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Monta Ellis Has Been Even Better Than Advertised for Dallas Mavericks
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