Tyus Jones

The short-lived Tyus Jones experiment comes to a close.

The Dallas Mavericks have waived point guard Tyus Jones, one of the players involved in the three-team trade that sent Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards. The move announced Saturday gives Jones a chance to pursue a deal with a contender needing backcourt help. The Mavericks now have the flexibility to convert rookie point guard Ryan Nembhard to a standard contract.

Jones, an 11-year NBA veteran, is now a free agent.

Washington sprained his left ankle late in Tuesday's win over the Nets. Caleb Martin could be moved into the starting lineup, and that's before considering Khris Middleton (shoulder) being questionable for Thursday night. If Middleton joins Washington on the sidelines, Tyus Jones, Brandon Williams, and Klay Thompson could be in the mix to start.

Christie is back after missing Friday's loss to the Timberwolves and will be in the starting lineup. However, it will be Tyus Jones who heads to the bench, likely shifting more playmaking responsibilities onto Naji Marshall. That's a positive development for those who have him rostered.