Tyson Chandler's re-signing is crucial for the Dallas Mavericks.
“I don’t need to overstate his importance. We’ll do everything possible to make that happen,” coach Rick Carlisle said. “Tyson Chandler changed our season on a lot of levels. It wasn’t just his play, it was his enthusiasm, his energy.
“He just brought a certain exuberance to our locker room, and he got other guys on board with keeping each other accountable.”
Chandler said closer to July 1 will be the time to think about free agency.
“Right now, I’m leaving all that to my agent and management here. I’m just trying to enjoy this high right now, the celebration,” Chandler said.