Ryan Nembhard · One of the NBA's shortest active players at 5-foot-11 and undrafted out of Gonzaga, Nembhard has carved out a starting role in Dallas through sheer will and composure. Facing Oklahoma City's 14-game winning streak at a raucous Paycom Center, Nembhard gets for the rock in the halfcourt and gets into a deep stepback three-pointer from 30 feet out, swishing it home. Moments like this are why the Mavericks converted his two-way contract to a standard deal, and why he leads all rookies in assists per game this season. · State of Mint · State of Mint