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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) out Friday vs. Thunder
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 9:04 AM
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Thunder.
Analysis: Gafford left Wednesday's game against the Heat in the second half with an ankle injury. Anthony Davis started at center Wednesday and will continue to do so in Gafford's absence. Dwight Powell could see rotation minutes, but isn't worth considering as a fantasy basketball streamer. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington (ankle) out Friday vs. Thunder
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 9:02 AM
P.J. Washington (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Thunder.
Analysis: Washington is set to miss his fourth consecutive game with a sprained right ankle. Naji Marshall should continue to start and is worth rostering in deeper formats. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington (ankle) questionable Friday
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 1:21 PM
NBA Injury Report
P.J. Washington (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder.
Analysis: Washington has missed Dallas' last three games with a sprained right ankle, resulting in Naji Marshall being moved into the starting lineup. That would remain the case if Washington misses a fourth straight, and Marshall is worth rostering in deep leagues. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) questionable Friday vs. OKC
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 1:14 PM
NBA Injury Report
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder.
Analysis: Gafford exited Wednesday's win over the Heat during the third quarter, resulting in Anthony Davis spending more time at the center position. Davis started at the five on Wednesday, and that will likely remain the case regardless of Gafford's availability. Dwight Powell could potentially enter the rotation if Gafford sits, but this does not affect fantasy basketball. |
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Dereck Lively Dereck Lively (foot) seeking other opinions
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 10:40 AM
Dallas Mavericks
Dereck Lively II (foot) is seeking other opinions regarding the next steps in his recovery process.
Analysis: Lively has been sidelined since November 21 and has no concrete return timeline. With the third-year center still dealing with discomfort and swelling in his right foot, he should be considered out indefinitely until the Mavericks announce otherwise. Fantasy managers who can afford to do so should continue to stash Lively in an IL+ slot. However, those dealing with multiple injuries may need to move on due to the uncertainty. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson hits five three-pointers, scores 17
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 5:40 PM
Klay Thompson accumulated 17 points (6-of-17 FGs), three rebounds, one assist, one block and five three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Heat.
Analysis: While his overall field-goal percentage wasn't great, Thompson knocked down another five three-pointers on Wednesday. Since shooting 1-of-7 from deep in the Mavericks' November 21 win over the Pelicans, the veteran guard/forward has made at least three three-pointers in six straight games. Thompson's overall fantasy value remains low, but his recent run from three (3.9 three-pointers per game over the past two weeks) gives him some value in deep category leagues. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (finger) grabs 17 rebounds vs. Miami
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 5:39 PM
Anthony Davis (finger) amassed 17 points (7-of-17 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), 17 rebounds, four assists, one steal, three blocks and two three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Heat.
Analysis: Davis didn't have the best night shooting the basketball, and his injured right ring finger may be an issue. That said, he still shot 50 percent from three and was highly impactful as a rebounder and shot-blocker. And with Daniel Gafford (ankle) exiting Wednesday's game during the second half, the Mavericks may need Davis to spend more time at the center position than he may prefer. Just as concerning as Davis' finger is the schedule, as the Mavericks end Week 7 with a back-to-back. He did not play both games of Dallas' most recent back-to-back (November 28-29). |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) will not return Wednesday
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 4:36 PM
Grant Afseth
Daniel Gafford (ankle) will not return to Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Gafford continues to attempt to play through a lingering right ankle injury. Unfortunately, he had to leave Wednesday's game during the third quarter and has since been ruled out for the rest of the night. With Dallas' Week 7 slate concluding with a Friday/Saturday back-to-back, the few who have Gafford rostered should anticipate him missing at least one of those games. With Dereck Lively also out, that means more Anthony Davis at the center position as long as he's able to play back-to-backs, which may not be the case. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) available Wednesday vs. MIA
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 1:05 PM
Dallas Mavericks
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Gafford is available after a two-game absence, giving the Mavericks a welcome infusion of depth in the frontcourt. He may start alongside Anthony Davis, which would shift AD to the four. If so, Naji Marshall could be the odd man out after filling in for P.J. Washington the last two games. However, Gafford's playing time will be limited, so he's more likely to come off the bench. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington (ankle) downgraded to out Weds.
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 1:02 PM
Dallas Mavericks
P.J. Washington (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Washington will miss a third straight game after spraining his right ankle ahead of Saturday's win over the Clippers. Naji Marshall has been the replacement in the starting lineup, which has raised his fantasy ceiling. At a minimum, he should already be rostered in 14-team leagues. If not, pick him up. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) questionable Wednesday
Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 11:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Gafford has missed the Mavericks' last two games, leading to Anthony Davis serving as the starting center in Monday's win over the Nuggets. Dwight Powell served as Davis' backup in Denver, and that would likely remain the case if Gafford can't play against Miami. Powell is not worth the risk in fantasy leagues. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington (ankle) questionable Wednesday
Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 11:33 AM
NBA Injury Report
P.J. Washington (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Analysis: Washington has missed Dallas' last two games with a sprained right ankle, opening up a place in the starting lineup for Naji Marshall. Marshall has offered solid late-round value this season, due in part to the many injuries that have affected the Mavericks' rotation. He's worth holding onto for the time being, even if Washington plays. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis drops 32, leads Mavs past Nuggets
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 5:52 PM
Anthony Davis totaled 32 points (13-of-23 FGs, 4-5 FTs), 13 rebounds, four assists, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers in the win over the Nuggets on Monday.
Analysis: Davis reached the 30-point mark for the first time all season on Monday, needing 32 minutes of game action to do so. The scoring outburst against the Nuggets was a drastic improvement from Friday's 12-point outing against the Lakers, which marked his first game back from a calf injury. Prior to the injury, AD had logged 20-point double-doubles in each of the first four games of the season. He was his usual productive self on the glass, as well, which led to his fifth double-double of the season. As his minutes start to pick back up, there's no reason to believe Davis won't continue to put up big numbers. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (groin) available Monday vs. DEN
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 1:41 PM
Dallas Mavericks
Brandon Williams (groin) is available for Monday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Williams is available after initially being questionable for Monday's game. His ability to play likely means D'Angelo Russell will be out of the rotation. The veteran point guard picked up DNP-CDs in the Mavericks' last two games, so there's no reason to keep him rostered in fantasy leagues. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson (illness) available vs. Denver
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 1:39 PM
NBA Injury Report
Klay Thompson (illness) is available to play against the Nuggets on Monday.
Analysis: Thompson was originally listed as probable and has now been cleared to suit up. He's coming off scoring a season-high 23 points off the bench, but it has largely been a disappointing season for him. Hopefully that performance was able to kickstart a strong stretch for Klay. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington (ankle) downgraded to out Monday
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 1:38 PM
Dallas Mavericks
P.J. Washington (ankle) is out for Monday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Initially questionable for Monday night, Washington will miss a second straight game after spraining his right ankle just before Saturday's win over the Clippers. Naji Marshall replaced him in the lineup for that contest, and this may also be the case for Monday night. If so, that would raise Marshall's fantasy ceiling. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (calf) available Monday vs. Denver
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 1:35 PM
Grant Afseth
Anthony Davis (calf) will play on Monday against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Davis will make his second appearance after returning from a calf injury that had previously kept him out of the lineup. He scored 12 points in his return on Friday against the Lakers, before sitting out on Saturday against the Clippers on the second night of a back-to-back. He'll reclaim his starting spot, ultimately sending Dwight Powell back to the bench. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) out Monday vs. Denver
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 9:49 AM
NBA Injury Report
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is out for Monday's matchup with the Nuggets.
Analysis: Gafford was listed as doubtful for this one, so it's no surprise that he'll be out. Anthony Davis will be back, and he should absorb most of Gafford's minutes, with Dwight Powell and Moussa Cisse backing him up. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) doubtful vs. Denver
Sun, Nov 30, 2025, 1:08 PM
NBA Injury Report
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is doubtful to play against the Nuggets on Monday.
Analysis: Gafford missed Saturday's game, and with Anthony Davis also out, Dwight Powell ended up starting at center, with Moussa Cisse filling out the backup minutes. Gafford is expected to remain out, but AD should be back, leaving the backup minutes for Powell and Cisse to split. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams (groin) questionable vs. Denver
Sun, Nov 30, 2025, 1:02 PM
NBA Injury Report
Brandon Williams (groin) is questionable to play against the Nuggets on Monday.
Analysis: Williams was bumped to the bench in favor of Ryan Nembhard on Saturday, though Williams played 26 minutes, while Nembhard was on the floor for 21. It's unclear if that change will stick, but if Williams is unavailable, Nembhard will likely see a bump in minutes, while D'Angelo Russell would likely return to the rotation. |
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