DALLAS (AP) - Mavericks point guard Rodrigue Beaubois is jumping right into the NBA.
Beaubois, who has played professionally in France, took part in his first summer-league practice Tuesday and signed his rookie deal with the club.As the 25th overall pick, he's slotted to receive almost $896,200 this season and $963,400 next season, with a $1.03 million option for his third year.
Beaubois actually was drafted by Oklahoma City, then was sent to Dallas for the No. 24 pick (B.J. Mullens) and a second-rounder.
Beaubois has athletic ability but is considered a raw basketball talent. Whether he's ready to back up Jason Kidd and J.J. Barea remains to be seen, but that's why he'll be part of the Mavericks' summer league team in Las Vegas.
