The Dallas Mavericks will sign Bernard James on a 10-day contract.

The Mavericks were looking for a frontcourt player on a 10-day deal even before Tyson Chandler suffered an ankle injury.

James played this season in China after being released by the Mavericks in October but is available now that his contract with the Yao Ming-owned Shanghai Sharks has run its course.

The Mavericks plan on signing Jermaine O'Neal after the All-Star break and could also add Amar'e Stoudemire if he secures a buyout.