Mavericks waive JaVale McGee

The Dallas Mavericks have waived center JaVale McGee as they attempt to finalize their roster amid a whirlwind summer.

McGee's $1.4 million salary for 2016-17 had a guarantee date of July 12; he now becomes an unrestricted free agent.

McGee (7-0, 270) averaged 5.1 points, 3.9 rebounds, 0.8 blocks and 10.9 minutes in 34 games with the Mavs.