Christie regains much-needed assertiveness

As Maverick fans wait for the return of Anthony Davis, the centerpiece of the blockbuster trade last month, the growth of Max Christie has been an interesting subplot.
The 6-6 guard left a magnificent first impression when he came out firing (and making) shots in his first couple of weeks as a Maverick.
Then, he hit a lull. And Christie said after the 130-125 loss Sunday to Philadelphia that he understands what the reasons were for his brief swoon.
“I had a stretch when I first got here wh