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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson (illness) removed from injury report
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 12:11 PM
NBA Injury Report
Klay Thompson (illness) is off the injury report for Monday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Thompson is back after missing Saturday's win over the Wizards. Having struggled to begin the season, the veteran guard came off the bench in the two games Dallas played before his absence. He should remain in that role and is not worth rostering in 12-team leagues right now. |
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Dereck Lively Dereck Lively II (knee) doubtful Monday vs. MIL
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 12:08 PM
NBA Injury Report
Dereck Lively II (knee) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Lively has missed Dallas's last five games with a knee injury, and it appears likely that he'll miss a sixth on Monday. How impactful his absence will be depends on Daniel Gafford's availability, who's questionable with a sprained ankle. If Gafford cannot play but Anthony Davis (calf) can, AD will play most of his minutes at center. If both sit, it will likely be âMoussa Cissé timeâ in Milwaukee. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) questionable Monday
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 12:05 PM
NBA Injury Report
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Despite exiting Friday's game against the Grizzlies early due to a sprained right ankle, Gafford started and played 19 minutes on Saturday. If he's unable to play, the Mavericks may need to call on Moussa Cissé to fill the void, as Anthony Davis is questionable and Dereck Lively II is doubtful. Cissé played 19 minutes and contributed nine rebounds and three blocked shots on Saturday. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (calf) questionable Monday vs. MIL
Sun, Nov 9, 2025, 12:01 PM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Davis (calf) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Davis, who was also questionable ahead of Saturday's win over the Wizards, has not appeared in a game since October 29. If he's able to play on Monday, Max Christie or P.J. Washington could be pushed to the bench to make room for the Mavericks forward/center. Davis will likely be on a minutes restriction once cleared to return. |
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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams puts up 14/2/6/5 line off bench
Sat, Nov 8, 2025, 3:42 PM
Brandon Williams provided a boost off the bench with 14 points (6-of-16 FGs), two rebounds, six assists, five steals and one three-pointer on Saturday against the Wizards.
Analysis: D'Angelo Russell got the start at point guard for Dallas, but Williams ended up playing more minutes and was more productive in the box score. Mavericks coach Jason Kidd has been mixing up the starting lineup recently to try and find a combination that works with Anthony Davis (calf) unavailable. Williams could have earned more minutes with this performance, but until he's doing it consistently, or gets the chance to start, he should be left on the waiver wire. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington posts full line with 14/10/5/1/1
Sat, Nov 8, 2025, 3:39 PM
P.J. Washington recorded a double-double on Saturday with 14 points (4-of-8 FGs), 10 rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block against the Wizards.
Analysis: For the third time in his last four games, Washington was able to record a double-double. During this stretch, he is averaging 18 points, 9.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.3 blocks per game. He hasn't shot efficiently, but the counting stats have been there, which has been helpful with Anthony Davis (calf) sidelined. Washington should continue to be a solid producer, but if AD is back to take on the Bucks on Monday, Washington's value will take a hit. |
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Naji Marshall Naji Marshall drops season-high 30 points vs. WAS
Sat, Nov 8, 2025, 3:37 PM
Naji Marshall led the Mavericks with 30 points (9-of-14 FGs, 9-of-11 FTs), eight rebounds, two assists, two steals and three three-pointers in a 111-105 win over the Wizards on Saturday.
Analysis: Marshall has played a consistent role off the bench for Dallas this season, but that hasn't led to much scoring from him. However, after scoring a season-high 16 points on Friday, he provided an encore with a monster performance in this one. Marshall will continue to play a significant role off the bench for the Mavs, but performances like this one won't happen often. Unless he gets the chance to start, he should be left on the waiver wire in standard leagues. |
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Daniel Gafford Gafford (ankle) available vs. Washington
Sat, Nov 8, 2025, 11:51 AM
Mavs PR
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is available to play against the Wizards on Saturday.
Analysis: Gafford exited early on Friday, but he will be available against Washington. He'll occupy his typical spot in the starting unit, which means Dwight Powell and Moussa Cisse should fill out the backup center minutes. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (calf) remains out vs. Washington
Sat, Nov 8, 2025, 11:38 AM
Christian Clark
Anthony Davis (calf) has been ruled out against the Wizards on Saturday.
Analysis: Davis will miss a fifth straight game, while Daniel Gafford is still questionable. Gafford will start if available, but AD's absence will open up minutes for PJ Washington, Naji Marshall and Moussa Cisse. |
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Dereck Lively Dereck Lively II (knee) out Saturday vs. Wizards
Sat, Nov 8, 2025, 9:36 AM
Dereck Lively II (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: No surprise here as Lively has missed the last five games with a knee injury. The doubtful designation on the injury report is a step in the right direction, but Lively's potential return from injury will have to wait until at least next week now. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson (illness) out Saturday vs. Wizards
Sat, Nov 8, 2025, 9:34 AM
Klay Thompson (illness) is out for Saturday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Thompson is set to miss Saturday's game against the Wizards with an illness. While he should be back on the court soon, there are no signs of a bounce back season for Thompson so far. After a rough first year in Dallas, he's not scoring enough to merit rostering in fantasy basketball right now. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) questionable vs. Wizards
Sat, Nov 8, 2025, 8:18 AM
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Gafford left Friday's game against the Grizzlies with right ankle soreness and didn't return. His status for Saturday is up in the air as he's listed as questionable. Gafford joins Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II on the injury report as the Mavericks frontcourt has been decimated. Dwight Powell could see more minutes depending on who is available in the Mavericks frontcourt against the Wizards. |
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Dereck Lively Dereck Lively II (knee) doubtful Saturday vs. WAS
Sat, Nov 8, 2025, 8:14 AM
Dereck Lively II (knee) is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Lively has missed the last five games with a knee injury. The good news is his doubtful injury designation for Saturday against the Wizards indicates he's getting closer to a return to the court. Even if he's ultimately ruled out, this represents progress for the 21-year-old center who should return soon. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (calf) questionable Saturday vs. WAS
Sat, Nov 8, 2025, 7:55 AM
Anthony Davis (calf) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Davis missed Friday night's game against the Grizzlies with Daniel Gafford getting the start at center and P.J, Washington at power forward. Davis is questionable for Saturday, which at least gives him a chance of not missing his fifth game in a row. Washington will continue to have fantasy value while the Mavericks deal with frontcourt injuries. |
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Naji Marshall Naji Marshall has 16/7/4 line Friday vs. Grizzlies
Fri, Nov 7, 2025, 5:44 PM
Naji Marshall added 16 points (6-of-13 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), seven rebounds, four assists, one steal and one three-pointer on Friday against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Marshall was one of the Mavericks' most productive players on Friday. He came off the bench and made nearly all of his two-point shots en route to finishing as one of six players to score in double figures. The veteran forward was also productive as a facilitator against the Grizzlies, and despite his early-season struggles, is still one of Dallas' better players off the bench. |
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Max Christie Max Christie scores 18 points in loss to Memphis
Fri, Nov 7, 2025, 5:30 PM
Max Christie added 18 points (7-of-12 FGs) one rebound, one assist, one block and four three-pointers in the loss to the Grizzlies on Friday.
Analysis: Christie led the Mavericks in scoring on a night in which no Dallas players hit the 20-point mark. He also scored in double figures for his seventh consecutive game and continues to shoot the ball well in the process. The fourth-year guard has found a nice rhythm and is comfortably in the Mavericks' starting lineup at the moment. Assuming his role remains the same, he may be a player worth rostering in fantasy leagues, especially for those managers looking for efficient shooting and three-point production. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) will not return Friday
Fri, Nov 7, 2025, 4:18 PM
Dallas Mavericks
Daniel Gafford (ankle) will not return to Friday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Gafford, who did not make his first appearance of the season until November 1 after spraining his right ankle early in the preseason, exited Friday's game due to soreness in that same body part. That's concerning, given the recent injury history and the absences of Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II. With Dallas visiting Washington on Saturday, we could see more of Dwight Powell on the floor out of necessity. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (calf) downgraded to out Friday
Fri, Nov 7, 2025, 12:36 PM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Davis (calf) is out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Davis isn't ready to return just yet, with Friday's game being the fourth he's missed with a calf injury. Daniel Gafford will continue to start at center, with P.J. Washington receiving the nod at power forward. Washington should be rostered in most fantasy leagues due to his improved production and Dallas's lack of healthy frontcourt players. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (calf) doubtful vs. Memphis
Thu, Nov 6, 2025, 12:17 PM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Davis (calf) is doubtful to play against the Grizzlies on Friday.
Analysis: Davis is still expected to remain out against Memphis, but doubtful is a better listing than immediately being ruled out. Davis is inching closer to a return after missing the Mavericks' last three games. Daniel Gafford should remain the starter at center. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington has double-double in loss to NOR
Wed, Nov 5, 2025, 5:20 PM
P.J. Washington had 15 points (5-of-13 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), 11 rebounds, one assist, one steal, two blocks and one three-pointer against the Pelicans on Wednesday.
Analysis: Washington followed up his 29-point performance against the Rockets on Monday with a double-double in the loss to the Pelicans on Wednesday. The 27-year-old power forward had 15 points on 13 shots and grabbed 11 rebounds. Without Anthony Davis available, Washington will continue to see increased usage as he did last year when the Mavericks also dealt with a number of injuries. |
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