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P.J. Washington PJ Washington scores season-high 29 points vs. HOU
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 5:58 PM
PJ Washington led the Mavericks with 29 points (11-of-20 FGs, 6-of-10 FTs), 12 rebounds, three assists, two steals, one block and one three-pointer in a 110-102 loss to the Rockets on Monday.
Analysis: After two straight poor shooting night which yielded a total of 15 points from Washington, he got back on track in a big way against Houston. He shattered his previous season-high of 18 points and recorded his first double-double of the year. Washington won't have nights like this one often, but it was a strong performance from him. He's now currently averaging a career-high in points, rebounds, assists and blocks, though that likely won't continue. Still, it shows how his usage has increased with Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis both sidelined. |
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D'Angelo Russell D'Angelo Russell dishes out 12 dimes off bench
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 5:51 PM
D'Angelo Russell provided a boost off the bench with 10 points (2-of-10 FGs), four rebounds, 12 assists and one three-pointer against the Rockets on Monday.
Analysis: Two days after Russell set a new season-high for scoring, he provided offense off the bench in a different form by setting a new season-high for assists. Though Russell is still in a reserve role, he'll continue to be important on offense until Kyrie Irving (knee) returns to the lineup, which is still months away. He'll have inefficient nights like this one, but he'll still play a large role consistently; he has played at least 29 minutes in four of the Mavericks' last five games. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford scores 14 points in 20 minutes
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 5:47 PM
Christian Clark
Daniel Gafford finished with 14 points (7-of-9 FGs), four rebounds, one assist, two steals and three blocks against the Rockets on Monday.
Analysis: Prior to the game, Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said Gafford would remain on a minutes restriction of 15-18 minutes. However, he ended up playing 25 minutes in this one despite playing through right ankle discomfort in the second half. He tweaked the same ankle that had him sidelined to start the season, though he downplayed it after the game. It doesn't seem like it will be an issue moving forward and exceeding the minutes restriction is a good sign that he'll be more available moving forward. |
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Daniel Gafford Kidd: Gafford to remain on minutes restriction
Mon, Nov 3, 2025, 12:53 PM
Mike Curtis
Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said Daniel Gafford (ankle) will remain on a minutes restriction of around 15-18 minutes against the Rockets on Monday.
Analysis: Gafford played 17 minutes against the Pistons on Saturday, and he will continue to play a limited role for Dallas. Without Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II available, Dwight Powell will continue to play significant minutes off the bench at center. |
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Dereck Lively Dereck Lively (knee) out Monday vs. Houston
Sun, Nov 2, 2025, 10:41 AM
NBA Injury Report
Dereck Lively (knee) is out for Monday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Lively will miss a fourth straight game with a sprained right knee, and he does not have a clearly-defined timeline for his return. Daniel Gafford should start after returning to action on Saturday, but his minutes may be limited for injury management reasons. If so, Dwight Powell will remain in the rotation as the backup center. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) logs 17 minutes vs. Detroit
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 7:30 PM
Daniel Gafford (ankle) finished Saturday's loss to the Pistons with seven points (2-of-3 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), four rebounds and three assists in 17 minutes.
Analysis: Injured during the first week of the preseason, Gafford made his season debut on Saturday. He was restricted to 15-18 minutes, and the Mavericks center started and played 17. Dwight Powell (five points, six rebounds and one assist) played 19 minutes off the bench, which may be the split for the Mavericks' centers for the next few games. Gafford's fantasy value moving forward will depend on how his ankle responds following games, and when Dereck Lively II (knee) and Anthony Davis (calf) are healthy enough to play. The Mavericks have a four-game Week 3 without a back-to-back, which may bode well for Gafford's availability. |
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Max Christie Max Christie scores 13 points vs. Detroit
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 7:25 PM
Max Christie accounted for 13 points (5-of-9 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, five assists and two three-pointers in Saturday's loss to the Pistons.
Analysis: Christie has now reached double figures in four straight games, the first time he's done that since his first seven games as a Maverick in February. Rostered in just five percent of Yahoo! leagues, he's providing solid late-round value in 12-team formats. Christie isn't a must-roster player, but Dallas' four-game Week 3 makes him a low-risk player, especially with Anthony Davis (calf) expected to miss a few more weeks. |
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D'Angelo Russell D'Angelo Russell rips off season-high 31 points
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 7:20 PM
D'Angelo Russell accumulated 31 points (10-of-17 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), seven rebounds, three assists and seven three-pointers in Saturday's loss to the Pistons.
Analysis: Russell has hit double figures in three of his last four games, surpassing 20 points twice. Saturday's performance was the best of the bunch, with the 31 points being the most he's scored in a game since March 8, 2024, as a member of the Lakers (44 vs. Milwaukee). D'Lo was expected by many to begin the season as a starter, but Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd's decision to toss the keys to Cooper Flagg may have caught the veteran by surprise. He's recently looked more comfortable in his role, giving Dallas needed production off the bench as they play without Anthony Davis. The Mavericks play four games during Week 3, starting with the Rockets on Monday. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) to start season debut
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 3:37 PM
NBA Lineups
Cooper Flagg, Max Christie, Klay Thompson, P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford will start Saturday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Gafford is available after missing more than a month with an ankle injury suffered during the first week of the preseason. However, while he is in the starting lineup, Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd said during his pregame availability that Gafford will be limited to 15-18 minutes. Dwight Powell will still get rotation minutes due to how banged-up the Mavericks are in the frontcourt. The other four starters are unchanged. |
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D'Angelo Russell D'Angelo Russell (knee) available Saturday vs. DET
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 2:37 PM
Christian Clark
D'Angelo Russell (knee) is available for Saturday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Russell is available after initially being listed as questionable with a left knee contusion. He'll take on his usual role off the bench, likely playing within 22 and 25 minutes. With Cooper Flagg acting as the starting point guard and Brandon Williams also playing rotation minutes off the bench, Russell offers limited fantasy upside at best. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) available Saturday vs. DET
Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 7:52 AM
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Gafford is still yet to appear in a game this year due to his ankle injury. While it's unclear how many minutes he could play in his season debut, the 27-year-old big man is going to be active tonight and we can't say the same about Anthony Davis (calf) and Dereck Lively II (knee). There's certainly the opportunity for Gafford to play heavy minutes with the Mavericks shorthanded. |
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D'Angelo Russell D'Angelo Russell (knee) questionable Saturday
Fri, Oct 31, 2025, 1:40 PM
NBA Injury Report
D'Angelo Russell (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Russell suffered a left knee contusion during Wednesday's win over the Pacers, logging 20 minutes off the bench. If DLo cannot play against Detroit, more minutes will be available to fellow reserve Brandon Williams. Williams was excellent against Indiana, but he's a risky streamer due to Jason Kidd's unpredictable rotation. |
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Dereck Lively Dereck Lively (knee) out Saturday vs. Detroit
Fri, Oct 31, 2025, 1:36 PM
NBA Injury Report
Dereck Lively II (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Saturday's game will be Lively's third missed due to a sprained right knee. The Mavericks will also be without Anthony Davis, who is recovering from a strained calf. Dwight Powell is healthy and will figure prominently in the frontcourt rotation, while Daniel Gafford (ankle) is questionable. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) questionable Saturday
Fri, Oct 31, 2025, 1:33 PM
NBA Injury Report
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: With Gafford being considered questionable for Saturday's game, that's a step in the right direction for a player who's been listed as doubtful for being ruled out of recent contests. The Mavericks will be without Anthony Davis (calf) and Dereck Lively II (knee), so they can use Gafford in any capacity. If Gafford can't play, Dwight Powell's minutes will increase, and the Mavericks will have to go small when Powell isn't on the floor. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (calf) to miss at least two games
Fri, Oct 31, 2025, 1:06 PM
Christian Clark
Anthony Davis (calf) will miss at least two games and be re-evaluated next week.
Analysis: Davis left Wednesday's win over the Pacers during the first quarter with what was described at the time as lower left leg soreness. He has since been diagnosed with a low-grade left calf strain and will miss at least two games: Saturday vs. Detroit in Mexico City and Monday at Houston. With Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford also dealing with injuries, the Mavericks must rely on a combination of Dwight Powell and smaller lineups that don't include a legitimate center. Powell isn't a great fantasy option, but he's worth considering in deep leagues due to the Mavericks' lack of healthy choices. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (leg) not expected to play Saturday
Fri, Oct 31, 2025, 8:07 AM
Marc Stein
According to NBA reporter Marc Stein, Anthony Davis (lower leg soreness) is not expected to play in Saturday's matchup with the Pistons in Mexico City.
Analysis: AD left Wednesday's win over the Pacers early due to left leg soreness, and the injury will likely cost him at least one game. P.J. Washington is the most likely beneficiary of Davis' absence from a fantasy perspective, and he should be picked up wherever available. Washington is rostered in only 41% of Yahoo! leagues and should be a popular streaming option on Saturday. |
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Dwight Powell Dwight Powell tallies 18 points, six rebounds
Wed, Oct 29, 2025, 5:52 PM
Dwight Powell amassed 18 points (4-of-6 FGs, 10-of-12 FTs), six rebounds, one steal and two blocks in Wednesday's win over the Pacers.
Analysis: After playing eight minutes or less in Dallas' first three games, Powell picked up the dreaded DNP-CD in Monday's loss to the Thunder. However, Powell's name was called with Anthony Davis (leg) joining Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford on the sideline during the first quarter of Wednesday's game. And the veteran answered, recording season-highs in points, rebounds and blocked shots. He only attempted six shots, but a 10-of-12 night at the foul line boosted Powell's point total. There's no need to add him, but that could change if the Mavericks are forced to play without Davis, Lively and Gafford. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams scores 20 points in return
Wed, Oct 29, 2025, 5:47 PM
Brandon Williams finished Wednesday's win over the Pacers with 20 points (9-of-14 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), seven rebounds, two assists and one blocked shot.
Analysis: Williams rejoined the Mavericks after missing two games for personal reasons and stepped up with his best performance of the season. He notched his fifth career 20-point game while chipping in on the boards with seven rebounds. His playing time was also notable, with Williams playing 22 minutes off the bench while D'Angelo Russell (14/2/5/1 with one three-pointer) logged 20. Williams isn't at the point where he needs to be rostered in fantasy, but Wednesday was a good night. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington grabs team-high 11 rebounds
Wed, Oct 29, 2025, 5:43 PM
P.J. Washington finished Wednesday's win over the Pacers with nine points (2-of-8 FGs, 5-of-8 FTs), 11 rebounds, two assists and two blocks.
Analysis: With the Mavericks currently without Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford, they've needed Washington to step up defensively and on the glass. He's grabbed at least nine rebounds in three of his last four, including a season-high 11 on Wednesday. Also, the Mavericks lost Anthony Davis (leg) during the first quarter, impacting Washington's role and value. While he's ranked well outside the top-150 in nine-cat formats, that's due to an average of 3.0 turnovers per game. Washington, rostered in 41 percent of Yahoo! leagues, will be worth a look in standard leagues if Davis joins Lively and Gafford on the sideline. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (leg) will not return Wednesday
Wed, Oct 29, 2025, 4:02 PM
Dallas Mavericks
Anthony Davis (leg) will not return to Wednesday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Davis played seven first-quarter minutes before exiting with a sore lower left leg. It's unknown if this issue is connected to the bilateral Achilles tendinopathy he's been dealing with, but the problem is severe enough to sideline AD for the rest of the night. Dwight Powell started the third quarter, but is only worth adding if Davis, Dereck Lively and Daniel Gafford are out for an extended period of time. |
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