The Dallas Mavericks have existed since the 1980-81 season and have had some great defenders suit up for them. That list includes two players who rank in the top 15 in NBA history when it comes to steals. Read on to see the best steals per game seasons in Dallas Mavericks history.

Derek Harper (1990) – 2.3 steals per game

“Harp” spent 12 seasons with the Mavericks and was a decorated defender throughout his tenure there and beyond. He was arguably at his best in 1990 when he played and started in all 82 games and swiped 2.3 steals per game. Harper’s efforts on that end landed him third in Defensive Player of the Year voting and on the All-Defensive Second Team. He finished fifth in the league in steals that season, which is a testament to how strong the field was that year.

Derek Harper

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