Free-agent big man Amar'e Stoudemire, who was waived by the Knicks yesterday, has committed to sign with the Mavericks after he passes waivers on Wednesday. Shams Charania of RealGM.com was the first to report on Stoudemrie's decision.Stoudemire is a six time All-Star, whose career has been sidetracked by constant knee injuries, but has still been a productive player this year. In 36 games with the Knicks this season he averaged 12.0 points and 6.8 rebounds in 24 minutes per game.
Stoudemire's signing is key for a Mavs team whose has been without a consistent backup center since trading Brandan Wright in the Rajon Rondo trade.
The news comes on the same day Jermaine O'Neal announced he would not return to the league this year. The Mavs had hoped to sign both players but will gladly take Stoudemire as a big upgrade to their frontcourt depth behind Tyson Chandler.
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