The Dallas Mavericks signed free agent forward John Jenkins to a three-year deal Monday.
Jenkins will receive the veteran’s minimum the first year, while the final two years are partially guaranteed, according to multiple sources.
Jenkins was drafted by the Atlanta Hawks with the 23rd pick in the 2012 draft. As a rookie, he shot 45 percent from the field and 38 percent on 3-point attempts.
His second season was derailed by injuries. He played in only 24 games and had back surgery in February.
The 24-year-old is ticketed to be the backup for newly signed Wesley Matthews. Matthews, who ruptured his left Achilles tendon four months ago while a member of the Portland Trail Blazers, joined the Mavericks after signing a $70 million deal earlier this month.