Amar’e Stoudemire reportedly leaning towards signing with Mavericks

Amar’e Stoudemire reportedly is leaning towards signing with the Dallas Mavericks.

Stoudemire and the New York Knicks reached a buyout on his contract, making him a free agent once he clears waivers. The Clippers, Suns and Spurs were said to be showing interest, but it sounds like the Mavs are the front-runners.

Here is what ESPN New York’s Ian Begley reported Monday:

Ex-#Knicks forward Amar'e Stoudemire is leaning toward signing with the Dallas Mavericks at this point, per sources.

— Ian Begley (@IanBegley) February 16, 2015

Stoudemire, 32, has been plagued by injuries though he has been somewhat productive in a limited role. He is averaging 12 points and 6.8 rebounds over 36 games this season.