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Mavs cooling on Matrix?

Looks like Dallas is signing a 6-7 defensive specialist wing who can knock down the 3-ball – but his name isn't Shawn Marion. The Mavs are signing Dallas native Quinton Ross.

President of basketball operations Donnie Nelson said Ross' athleticism, defensive versatility and experience add depth to the Dallas backcourt.

Hmmm ... athleticism, defensive versatility and experience ... three things one would assume had attracted them to Marion.

The article goes on to say that the Mavs are re-signing Jason Kidd, extending an offer sheet to Orlando center Marcin Gortat, and also are trying to bring back free agents Brandon Bass and James Singleton. But it does not mention anything about Marion. Could the Mavs be giving up on signing the Matrix as they couldn't find a third team to facilitate a trade with Toronto? This is all speculation on my part, but one can always hope ...