Marion gets back on track: After scoring in single digits his last two times out, Mavericks F Shawn Marion was able to get back on track on Wednesday against the Nuggets. He finished with 13 points and hauled in six rebounds in the 105-95 win. He was an efficient 5 for 8 from the floor, including 2 for 3 from downtown, and made his lone attempt from the charity stripe. Marion also dished out five assists while playing 31 minutes. (Updated 02/08/2012)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 2/12/12).
Fantasy Analysis
Marion has been able to keep up most of his stats thus far but his scoring has been down. He is averaging 11.4 points with 6.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists in his last five contests, and is shooting 46 percent over that span. The 33-year-old is no longer the Fantasy option he once was but due to his all-around production, continue to view Marion as a low-end option in larger leagues. (Updated 02/08/2012).
02/11/2012 23:50 Mavericks edge Blazers in double OT
Dirk Nowitzki scored 20 points, Jason Terry added 19, and the Dallas Mavericks held on for a 97-94 double-overtime victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night.
02/06/2012 09:03 Week 7 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em
The Nets have struggled so far in 2012, but Anthony Morrow is making some noise of late. Our Chris Towers discusses his recent play and much more in his latest Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.
02/03/2012 23:05 Pacers' George hits 7 treys to top Mavs
Paul George hit seven 3-pointers and finished with a career-high 30 points, and the Indiana Pacers won in Dallas for the first time in eight years, beating the Mavericks 98-87 Friday night.
02/01/2012 23:07 Westbrook helps Thunder hold off Mavs
Russell Westbrook scored 33 points, Kevin Durant added 23 points and 13 rebounds, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Dallas Mavericks 95-86 on Wednesday night.
01/29/2012 21:42 Mavs down Spurs in OT thriller
Jason Terry scored a season-high 34 points, including four in the last 42 seconds of overtime, and the Dallas Mavericks rebounded after blowing a big lead against San Antonio for a 101-100 victory Sunday night.
The days when Marion ranked among the top options in Fantasy, especially in category play, are long gone. However, they should not be long forgotten. Marion still has the ability to produce well-rounded stat lines, even if the numbers are not quite as impactful as they once were. He can still chip in about 12 points per game with healthy contributions in rebounds (6.9 rpg in 2009-10), steals, blocks, field-goal percentage and 3-pointers made. Last season, Marion stepped up with the Mavs dealing with a rash of injuries to wing players and proved that he can still be relied upon consistently in Fantasy. Best of all, you know what you can expect from Marion when given a chance at significant run. While he no longer qualifies as a regular starting option in Fantasy hoops, he certainly makes for a quality reserve option to be used as needed throughout the season. Consider the 33-year-old former Fantasy superstar a solid mid-round pick, adding quality depth to your forward position. But be aware that a healthy Caron Butler this season could take a chunk out of his potential productivity. (Updated 8/28/11)
