Barea rejoins Mavs on veteran's minimum deal

J.J. Barea, a fan favorite from Dallas' 2011 championship team, is rejoining the Mavericks.

After clearing waivers Wednesday afternoon, Barea signed a veteran's minimum deal with the Mavs, who released second-year guard Gal Mekel to make room on the roster.

"We could not be more excited to have J.J. back in a Mavericks uniform," Dallas president of basketball operations Donnie Nelson said. "He was a key contributor in bringing a championship to Dallas. A player with his experience and leadership will be a great addition to our team."