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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams tallies 22 points, four assists
Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 7:23 PM
Brandon Williams accounted for 22 points (8-of-12 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, four assists and one steal in Monday's loss to the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Williams continues to come off the bench, but for the second time in three games, he played more than starting point guard Ryan Nembhard. After logging 30 minutes on Christmas Day, Williams hit that number on Monday. And he started the third quarter in place of Nembhard, who went scoreless with two rebounds and six assists in 17 minutes. Williams' fantasy value would be more appealing if he were the starter, but it has been challenging for many managers to make sense of the Mavericks' point guard rotation. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford posts 10 rebounds, three blocks
Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 7:22 PM
Grant Afseth
Daniel Gafford accumulated 17 points (7-of-9 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), 10 rebounds, one steal and three blocked shots in Monday's loss to the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Making a second straight start in place of the injured Anthony Davis, Gafford finished Monday's defeat with one of his best stat lines of the season. In addition to recording his second double-double, the Mavericks' center was responsible for four defensive contributions, his best output since December 20 against the 76ers. Gafford did take a quick trip to the locker room during Monday's game, but the 26 minutes played were the most for him since November 24. Hopefully, Monday's performance serves as a catalyst for a player who has offered 11th-round fantasy value this season. |
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Max Christie Max Christie scores team-high 25 points vs. POR
Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 7:22 PM
Max Christie finished Monday's loss to the Trail Blazers with 25 points (8-of-12 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), three rebounds, five assists and five three-pointers.
Analysis: Having scored 14 points in the first half of Monday's game, Christie went scoreless in the third quarter, shooting 0-of-2 from the field. The Mavericks guard rebounded nicely in the fourth, scoring 11 points on 4-of-4 shooting to help Dallas claw its way back into the game. The 25 points were a season-high for Christie, who matched his previous high with five three-pointers. While starting gives him a higher fantasy ceiling, that's likely to change once Anthony Davis is cleared to return from a groin injury. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (calf) available Monday vs. POR
Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 3:05 PM
Brandon Williams (calf) is available for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Williams is set to return after a one-game absence due to a calf injury. The 26-year-old point guard should handle his usual workload Monday. In his last game against the Warriors, Williams had 26 points in 30 minutes. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (groin) out Monday vs. Portland
Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 3:03 PM
Christian Clark
Anthony Davis (groin) is out for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Davis was initially questionable for Monday's game, despite it being reported on Friday that he would miss âa fewâ games after injuring his groin on Christmas Day against the Warriors. Daniel Gafford should once again start at center, but the combination of limited playing time and production has lowered his fantasy ceiling. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (calf) probable Monday vs. POR
Mon, Dec 29, 2025, 9:43 AM
NBA Injury Report
Brandon Williams (calf) is probable for Monday's matchup with the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Williams sat out Saturday's loss to Sacramento, but he'll return following a one-game absence. Fantasy managers should expect him to handle his usual allotment of minutes against Portland. Williams' last appearance was on Christmas Day when he dropped a season-high 26 points against the Warriors. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (calf) questionable Monday
Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 12:55 PM
NBA Injury Report
Brandon Williams (calf) is questionable for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Williams did not play in Saturday's loss to the Kings, with some of the minutes that would have gone to him being absorbed by D'Angelo Russell. However, D'Lo only played 14 minutes in Sacramento and should not be rostered in most fantasy leagues, even if Williams remains out. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (groin) questionable Monday vs. POR
Sun, Dec 28, 2025, 12:51 PM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Davis (groin) is questionable for Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Initially reported to be sidelined for multiple games, Davis is listed as questionable on the initial injury report for Monday's game. He did not play in Saturday's loss to the Kings, with Daniel Gafford moving into the starting lineup. Gafford, who played 23 minutes in Sacramento, should take on a similar role if Davis remains out. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson hits four triples, scores 14 points
Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 1:56 PM
Klay Thompson produced 14 points (5-of-13 FGs), five rebounds, one block and four three-pointers in Saturday's loss to the Kings.
Analysis: Thompson has made at least four three-pointers in two of his last three outings. However, while he did a good job on the boards as well, this isn't enough to make the veteran guard much more than a specialist in deep category leagues. Even with the Mavericks playing four games in Week 11, Thompson can be left on the waiver wire. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington records 17 points, four blocks
Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 1:55 PM
P.J. Washington amassed 17 points (7-of-13 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), five rebounds, one assist and four blocks in Saturday's loss to the Kings.
Analysis: With no Anthony Davis in the Mavericks' lineup, there will be room for Washington to do a bit more offensively. On Saturday, he took as many shots as Cooper Flagg. While that may not be optimal, that approach does raise Washington's fantasy ceiling. If he's on your league's waiver wire, don't hesitate to add Washington, especially with the Mavericks playing four games in Week 11. |
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Daniel Gafford DAL starts Nembhard, Max, Flagg, P.J., Gafford
Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 10:43 AM
NBA Lineups
Ryan Nembhard, Max Christie, Cooper Flagg, P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford will start Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Saturday's game is the first for the Mavericks since losing Anthony Davis to a minor groin strain. Gafford moves back into the starting lineup, but his fantasy ceiling will only be affected if he's able to play more minutes. As a starter, he has averaged 23.1 minutes per game. Moussa Cissé and Dwight Powell will be available to fill out the rotation at the center position. Also of note is Christie moving into the starting lineup, with Naji Marshall being pushed to the bench. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (calf) downgraded to out Saturday
Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 10:05 AM
NBA Injury Report
Brandon Williams (calf) is out for Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Williams' status has fluctuated over the last day, bouncing from doubtful to questionable, and now to out. His absence frees up additional minutes for D'Angelo Russell, but his opportunities will also depend on how well starting point guard Ryan Nembhard plays. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (adductor) out Saturday vs. Kings
Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 9:34 AM
Anthony Davis (adductor) is out for Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Davis was listed as questionable with right adductor soreness originally. The 32-year-old power forward will miss Saturday's game against the Kings, his 17th missed game of the season. Max Christie is a candidate to replace Davis in the starting lineup. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (calf) questionable Saturday
Sat, Dec 27, 2025, 7:33 AM
Brandon Williams (calf) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Williams was initially listed as doubtful with a calf injury, but has since been upgraded to questionable. If he's ruled out, D'Angelo Russell could see extra minutes off the bench while Ryan Nembhard remains in the starting lineup. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (calf) doubtful Saturday vs. SAC
Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 12:35 PM
NBA Injury Report
Brandon Williams (calf) is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Williams, who scored a season-high 26 points in Thursday's loss to the Warriors, is on track to miss Saturday's game with a left calf contusion. If he's ruled out, more minutes would become available to D'Angelo Russell, but Ryan Nembhard will remain the starting point guard. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (groin) set to miss âa few games'
Fri, Dec 26, 2025, 7:27 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports Anthony Davis is dealing with a minor groin strain and is expected to miss âa few games.â
Analysis: Charania's report indicates Dallas is taking a cautious approach, so the injury may not be severe, but they will continue to evaluate him daily. Max Christie started the second half of Thursday's game in place of Davis, but that was likely a matchup-based decision. Daniel Gafford should start in his place, with Moussa Cisse and Dwight Powell filling out the reserve minutes. Plenty of usage will be up for grabs, but Cooper Flagg will continue to be the priority. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams records 26 points, three assists
Thu, Dec 25, 2025, 1:56 PM
Brandon Williams finished Thursday's loss to the Warriors with 26 points (9-of-12 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), three rebounds, three assists and one three-pointer.
Analysis: After totaling 13 points on 4-of-12 shooting in Dallas' Monday/Tuesday back-to-back, Williams rebounded with his best performances of the season. The 26 points were a season-high for the guard, who played 30 minutes off the bench. Starter Ryan Nembhard (four points, one rebound and two assists in 17 minutes) struggled, resulting in more playing time for Williams. Thursday was another example of why it's challenging to rely on either of the Mavericks point guards in fantasy, although Nembhard's status as the starter gives him the slight edge. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington records double-double vs. GSW
Thu, Dec 25, 2025, 1:55 PM
P.J. Washington producted 14 points (7-of-12 FGs), 10 rebounds, two assists, two steals and one blocked shot in Thursday's loss to the Warriors.
Analysis: Washington was back in the Mavericks' lineup after sitting out Tuesday's win over the Nuggets, and he made up for lost time with his fourth double-double of the season. All that his stat line was missing on Thursday was a three-pointer, a somewhat surprising development since he averages 1.5 per game on the season. Depending on what happens with Anthony Davis, who left the game with a groin injury, Washington could figure even more prominently in the Mavericks' offense in the short term. |
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Naji Marshall Naji Marshall drops 14 points, four rebounds
Thu, Dec 25, 2025, 1:55 PM
Naji Marshall amassed 14 points (5-of-14 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs) and four rebounds in Thursday's loss to the Warriors.
Analysis: The good news is that Marshall reached double figures for the tenth consecutive game. The bad is that the stat line was meager outside of points and rebounds. And the limited production is why Marshall is ranked just outside the top-100 over the last two weeks. If Anthony Davis (groin) misses time, the Mavericks are going to need even more from Marshall. For that reason, he's worth holding onto if you've been rostering him. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (groin) will not return Thursday
Thu, Dec 25, 2025, 12:41 PM
Dallas Mavericks
Anthony Davis (groin) will not return to Thursday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: Davis pulled up lame during the second quarter and was substituted immediately. According to the Mavericks, he has been diagnosed with right groin spasms and will not return. Max Christie replaced Davis in the lineup to begin the third quarter, and Dallas will run a Cooper Flagg-heavy offense as they look to come back. |
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