Mavericks forward Naji Marshall returns from illness absence, plays vs Rockets
The gist
Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall was cleared to play Friday against Houston after a two-game illness absence.
His return tests a $52.2 million extension drawing early criticism.
How it unfolded
- Aug 2, 2026Marshall signed a three-year, $52.2 million fully guaranteed extension through the 2029-30 season; the Mavericks announced it without disclosing terms.
- Oct 29, 2026Dallas listed Marshall as questionable for Friday's game against Houston with an illness that had kept him out of the previous two games.
- Oct 30, 2026Marshall was upgraded to probable Friday afternoon and cleared to play against the Rockets after the two-game absence.