Mavericks' Andrew Bogut: Expects increase in playing time

Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle said Monday that Bogut is expected to see more than 20 minutes per game during the upcoming season, Eddie Sefko of the Dallas Morning News reports.

Analysis:

Bogut averaged 20.7 minutes per game with the Warriors last season, but with no Draymond Green and Festus Ezeli around to provide different lineup looks for the Mavericks, the veteran center should see an expanded role. While the uptick in minutes is positive for Bogut's overall value, the 31-year-old will be primarily relied upon for his contributions on the defensive end, which doesn't always translate to high-end fantasy production. Additionally, Bogut will also need to prove he can stay healthy after dealing with a plethora of injuries throughout his career, as he hasn't played in over 70 games in eight straight seasons. Still, look for Bogut to open the season as the Mavericks' starting center and make a run at improving his numbers across the board during his 12th NBA season.