DALLAS — Dirk Nowitzki is sticking with the Dallas Mavericks.
Nowitzki’s adviser, Holger Geschwindner, told The Associated Press late Saturday night that Nowitzki and Mavs owner Mark Cuban have agreed “to get it done.” Teams and free agents can strike deals at any time but can’t sign them until Thursday.
According to a person familiar with negotiations, the deal is for more than $80 million over four years, with a no-trade clause.
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because of the NBA’s moratorium until Thursday. Team officials couldn’t comment because of that same rule.
Wade’s decision soon?
CHICAGO — Dwyane Wade hopes a decision on his future will come soon. The Chicago native met twice with the Bulls, had sessions with the Knicks and the Nets, and was contacted by the Heat.
Knicks courting Amar’e
NEW YORK — Amar’e Stoudemire is in the Big Apple to meet with the Knicks, who have “a structure of an offer on the table,” agent Happy Walters said.
Footnotes.
Hornets president Hugh Weber said there is “no question” star guard Chris Paul will still be with New Orleans when next season begins. Paul has been the subject of trade rumors. . . . Free-agent forward David Lee met with Timberwolves officials.
