ESPN’s Jay Bilas, who called several of Flagg’s college games at Duke last season, believes the Mavericks may be back in contention sooner rather than later. As long as the Mavericks stay healthy.

The Knicks were denied permission to speak with Mavericks assistant Jay Triano (r.), who worked for Mike Brown with the Kings. NBAE via Getty Images LAS VEGAS — The Knicks were rejected by the ...