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Anthony Davis Shams: AD has procedure to repair detached retina
Tue, Jul 8, 2025, 7:27 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports Anthony Davis underwent a procedure to repair a detached retina.
Analysis: Davis suffered the detached retina last season, according to Charania. After undergoing the procedure, Davis is expected to be healthy for training camp. The oft-injured power forward exited the Mavericks regular season finale early with a noticeable limp. Davis is in line to be the Mavericks' centerpiece with Kyrie Irving sidelined to begin next season. |
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Dante Exum Shams: Dante Exum, Mavs agree to one-year deal
Wed, Jul 2, 2025, 10:26 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports the Mavericks and Dante Exum have agreed to a one-year deal.
Analysis: Despite signing D'Angelo Russell, the Mavericks clearly needed more ball-handlers. Kyrie Irving (ACL) is set to miss a significant portion of the 2025-26 season, and Spencer Dinwiddie has signed with the Hornets. For this reason, according to Charania's report, they'll hold onto Exum for another season. Injuries limited him to 20 games last season, with the former lottery pick averaging 8.7 points, 2.8 assists and 1.7 three-pointers in 18.6 minutes. Since returning to the NBA during the 2023-24 season, Exum has improved significantly as a shooter. The ability to handle the ball and defend multiple positions will help Dallas account for Irving's absence, but Exum is unlikely to impact fantasy basketball dramatically. |
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D'Angelo Russell Shams: Mavs sign D'Angelo Russell for $13 million
Mon, Jun 30, 2025, 1:05 PM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports G D'Angelo Russell and the Mavericks have agreed on a two-year, $13 million contract.
Analysis: Russell figures to have a significant backcourt role with the Mavericks early in the season as Kyrie Irving recovers from injury. The 29-year-old point guard is also reunited with his former Lakers teammate Anthony Davis. Russell averaged 12.6 points per game and 5.1 assists per game in 58 games with the Lakers and Nets last season. Considering the lack of competition for usage he walks into in Dallas, Russell has fringe top-100 fantasy value in his range of outcomes. |
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Kyrie Irving Irving intends to sign three-year deal with Dallas
Tue, Jun 24, 2025, 3:14 PM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports Kyrie Irving is declining his $43 million player option and intends to sign a three-year, $119 million contract with the Mavericks.
Analysis: Irving is now tied to Dallas through the 2027-28 season. He also has security as he rehabs from the left ACL tear that he suffered in March. The Mavericks have a talented roster that will center around Irving, Anthony Davis and the expect No. 1 overall pick in Cooper Flagg, which will help them be one of the best teams in the West over the next few seasons. Reports from April indicated that Irving could return by January, which would give this core plenty of time to mesh ahead of the postseason. |
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Daniel Gafford Shams: Daniel Gafford to sign extension with Mavs
Mon, Jun 23, 2025, 1:46 PM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports Daniel Gafford intends to sign a three-year contract extension worth nearly $60 million with the Mavericks.
Analysis: Gafford has been a key player for the Mavericks since joining the team via a trade with the Wizards prior to the 2024 trade deadline. The 26-year-old center averaged 12.3 points per game, 6.8 rebounds per game and 1.8 blocks per game this past year. Gafford saw an increase in production in an 11-game stretch where the team was without Dereck Lively II. The Mavericks continue to value size as they keep Gafford to go along with Lively II, Anthony Davis and presumed No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg in the frontcourt. Gafford probably has more real-life value than fantasy value at this point. |
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Dwight Powell Stein: Dwight Powell to pick up player option
Fri, Jun 20, 2025, 2:10 PM
Marc Stein
NBA insider Marc Stein reports Dwight Powell will activate his player option for the 2025-26 season.
Analysis: Powell had until Tuesday to decide whether or not he would activate his player option for the 2025-26 season. Per Stein's report, the veteran center had made his decision a few days early, deciding to pick up the option worth $4 million. Powell appeared in 55 games this season but only averaged 10.0 minutes, his lowest mark since the 2014-15 season. He did not impact fantasy basketball this season, and that's highly unlikely to change in 2025-26. |
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P.J. Washington PJ Washington held scoreless in play-in loss
Fri, Apr 18, 2025, 6:18 PM
PJ Washington struggled on Friday and contributed just six rebounds, three assists and two steals against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: This was not the way Washington wanted to end his season, but he wasn't alone. Both he and Dereck Lively II were held scoreless in this game despite both playing more than 20 minutes. Washington missed all five of his shot attempts, while Lively missed each of his two shots. Both found other ways to contribute in the box score, but this was an abysmal offensive performance for them. Washington and Lively will both be starters for Dallas again next season, and this one game isn't enough for managers to be concerned about them next year, especially with Kyrie Irving coming back. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams produces 16/3/7 line off bench
Fri, Apr 18, 2025, 6:16 PM
Brandon Williams provided a boost off the bench with 16 points (6-of-12 FGs), three rebounds, seven assists, one steal and one three-pointer against the Grizzlies on Friday.
Analysis: Williams was a bright spot for Dallas in what was mostly an abysmal performance for the team in their play-in loss. After scoring 17 points against the Kings on Wednesday, Williams was once again able to help the Mavs in the scoring department. The 25-year-old point guard only became part of the rotation after multiple injuries in front of him, but he took advantage of the opportunity. His role will be limited with Kyrie Irving healthy to start next season, but Williams is an intriguing player to keep an eye on in dynasty formats. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson scores 18 points with five triples
Fri, Apr 18, 2025, 6:13 PM
Klay Thompson provided a scoring boost on Friday with 18 points (7-of-15 FGs), three rebounds, three assists and four three-pointers against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Thompson's play-in performance this season was significantly better than it was last season. It wasn't enough to get the Mavericks to the postseason in his first year with the team, but it was good to see Klay play well. His first season in Dallas likely wasn't as expected, and his numbers dropped off from his final year with the Warriors. However, he was also expecting to play with Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving in the postseason. Thompson is still one of the best shooters in the league, and Dallas should be more dangerous next season when they are fully healthy. That should help Klay be more productive. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis drops 40 points in loss to Memphis
Fri, Apr 18, 2025, 6:10 PM
Anthony Davis led the Mavericks with 40 points (16-of-29 FGs), nine rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in a 120-106 loss to the Grizzlies on Friday.
Analysis: Davis wrapped up the season on a high note individually, though it wasn't a great performance for the rest of his team. His 40 points were the most he has had in a game since the Lakers traded him in January. Unfortunately, he exited this game with a little over eight minutes remaining and didn't get to add to his scoring total. The team hasn't released an official injury update, but he was limping off the floor. He'll have the offseason to recover, and there is no reason to think he won't be ready to start the 2025-26 season. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (oblique) available vs. Memphis
Fri, Apr 18, 2025, 2:48 PM
Mavs PR
Brandon Williams (oblique) is available to play against the Grizzlies on Friday.
Analysis: Williams was initially listed as probable, so his availability isn't a surprise. He logged 18 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Kings, and he was able to contribute 17 points and five assists. He should once again play a significant bench role. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (adductor) available vs. Memphis
Fri, Apr 18, 2025, 2:46 PM
Mavs PR
Anthony Davis (adductor) is available to play against the Grizzlies on Friday.
Analysis: AD will be good to go after initially being listed as probable. He finished with 27 points in Wednesday's win over the Kings and will look to guide this Dallas team to the playoffs in this play-in matchup. The winner of this game will take on the Thunder. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis, Brandon Williams probable Friday
Thu, Apr 17, 2025, 12:33 PM
Anthony Davis (adductor) and Brandon Williams (oblique) are probable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Davis was listed as probable Wednesday against the Kings, but ultimately played 35 minutes and had 27 points in the win. The 32-year-old is once again listed as probable with the adductor injury that sidelined him earlier this season. Davis figures to be available as the Mavericks battle the Grizzlies for the eighth seed in the Western Conference on Friday. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams contributes 17 points vs. SAC
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 6:41 PM
Brandon Williams shot 5-of-8 from the field and 4-of-4 from the foul line in Wednesday's win over the Kings, scoring 17 points with five assists and three three-pointers in 18 minutes.
Analysis: Having suffered an oblique injury during Sunday's loss to the Grizzlies, Williams was a game-time decision for Wednesday's play-in tournament matchup. Not only did he play, but he flourished, giving the Mavericks excellent minutes off the bench. Mavericks coach Jason Kidd went ten deep with his rotation, preferring Williams over Spencer Dinwiddie, who only played the final two minutes, and the approach worked. The Mavericks visit Memphis on Friday, with the winner earning the eighth seed in the West. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson hits five triples, scores 23 points
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 6:39 PM
Klay Thompson amassed 23 points (8-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), five rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and five three-pointers in 33 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Kings.
Analysis: Thompson did not enter the play-in tournament in good form, scoring 13 points on 5-of-16 shooting in his final two regular-season appearances. The veteran sharpshooter found his groove on Wednesday, especially during the second quarter. Shooting 5-of-5 from the field with four three-pointers, Thompson scored 16 points in a quarter the Mavericks won by a 44-19 margin. This version of Thompson is the one the Mavericks will need on Friday as they visit Memphis with the eighth seed in the West going to the winner. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis records 27/9/1/1/3 line vs. SAC
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 6:38 PM
Anthony Davis tallied 27 points (9-of-23 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), nine rebounds, one assist, one steal, three blocks and three three-pointers in 35 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Kings.
Analysis: Davis was impactful on both ends as the Mavericks rolled to a victory in Sacramento. He and Klay Thompson combined to shoot 8-of-9 from the field in the second quarter, which Dallas won by a 44-19 margin. Davis was also solid as a rebounder and shot blocker and looked healthy in 35 minutes on the court. Next up for Dallas is Memphis on Friday, with the winner earning the eighth seed in the Western Conference. |
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Kyrie Irving Shams: DAL optimistic Kyrie Irving back by January
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 3:46 PM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports the Mavericks are optimistic Kyrie Irving (knee) will return to action by January.
Analysis: Irving tore the ACL in his left knee on March 3, ending his season. He has a player option worth $44 million next season, but Charania reported that the Mavericks would like to tear up that deal to give the point guard a three-year extension this summer. That approach would align Irving with Anthony Davis and GM Nico Harrison regarding the remaining years on their respective contracts. With Spencer Dinwiddie being a free agent this summer, whoever else is in the Mavericks' point guard rotation may have higher value to begin the season due to Irving's injury. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (oblique) available Wednesday
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 3:40 PM
NBA Injury Report
Brandon Williams (oblique) is available for Wednesday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Injured during Sunday's regular-season finale in Memphis, Williams is available for Wednesday's play-in game. He'll provide additional depth off the bench, with Jaden Hardy possibly falling in the Mavericks' perimeter pecking order. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (adductor) available Wednesday
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 2:43 PM
Joey Mistretta
Anthony Davis (adductor) is available for Wednesday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Davis was listed as probable on the initial injury report, so his status being upgraded was expected. Due to the adductor injury suffered in his Mavericks debut, Davis missed the two meetings with Sacramento. He'll need to shoulder a heavy offensive workload on Wednesday as Dallas looks to keep its season alive. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (groin) probable Wednesday vs. SAC
Tue, Apr 15, 2025, 1:35 PM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Davis (groin) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Davis was held out of Sunday's regular season finale against the Grizzlies, as the Mavericks were locked into the 9/10 Play-In tournament game. The probable tag suggests he should be back in the lineup on Wednesday as Dallas looks to keep its season alive. Davis's return will push Max Christie to the bench, as the Mavericks went small on Sunday. |
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