Middleton Out Thursday for Mavericks; Trade Not Yet Official

Khris Middleton, recently traded to the Dallas Mavericks, will not make his debut Thursday against the Spurs as the trade has not yet been officially finalized. He is expected to be cleared for Saturday's meeting with San Antonio. Middleton is also listed among notable NBA buyout candidates, suggesting a potential further move after the trade deadline. He was referenced in news regarding Justin Champagnie.