Seth Curry: Will have to battle for starter’s role

During Monday’s media day, Carlisle mentioned that he expects first-round draft
pick Dennis Smith to start at point guard, which complicates Curry’s role.
However, he also mentioned that Nerlens Noel will come off the bench, which
means Harrison Barnes and Dirk Nowitzki will slide over to power forward and
center, respectively. That opens a spot up on the wing alongside Wesley
Matthews, though Carlisle wasn’t willing to guarantee Curry that spot. That
said, it appears Curry will have a chance to battle for a role in the top unit
at shooting guard throughout the preseason, which is somewhat encouraging for
his fantasy value considering he was originally expected to be Smith’s backup to
start the year.