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Brandon Williams Brandon Williams contributes 20 points vs. Houston
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 6:19 PM
Brandon Williams accounted for 20 points (8-of-12 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), one rebound, five assists, two steals and one three-pointer in Saturday's win over the Rockets.
Analysis: In the five games he played after being moved out of the starting lineup, Williams averaged 8.6 points while shooting 32.6 percent from the field. He had no such issues on Saturday, with the 20 points the most the Mavericks guard has scored in a game since October 29. Saturday's performance won't be enough to get Williams back on the radar in most fantasy leagues, as Ryan Nembhard continues to start. But he is worth keeping an eye on, as Williams appears to be locked into the backup role ahead of D'Angelo Russell. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington (ankle) posts five steals Saturday
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 6:18 PM
P.J. Washington (ankle) accumulated 14 points (6-of-13 FGs), seven rebounds, one assist, five steals, one block and two three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Rockets.
Analysis: Back in the lineup after a four-game absence, Washington recorded one of his best all-around lines of the season. While the scoring was modest, he did a good job on the glass and matched his career-high with five steals. However, this was Washington's second game this season with more than two steals, so fantasy managers should not expect Saturday's performance to become the norm. And Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd's decision to stick with Naji Marshall (15/2/2/1 with one three-pointer) was good news for those who turned to him while Washington was out. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis scores game-high 29 points vs. HOU
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 6:18 PM
Anthony Davis amassed 29 points (14-of-19 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, two assists, two steals and one blocked shot in Saturday's win over the Rockets.
Analysis: Davis finished Saturday's game with a stat line on par with what many have expected of him, but injuries have been a disappointing issue for him. However, he did play both games of this Friday/Saturday back-to-back, which is immense, given Davis' struggles to stay healthy. Dallas only plays once during Week 8, which will give Davis and his teammates some time to get healthier. |
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P.J. Washington DAL starts Nembhard, Flagg, P.J., Marshall, Davis
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 2:07 PM
NBA Lineups
Ryan Nembhard, Cooper Flagg, Naji Marshall, P.J. Washington and Anthony Davis will start Saturday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Washington is back after a four-game absence, but his presence in the starting lineup does not come at Marshall's expense. Instead, it will be Max Christie who heads to the bench after starting 21 consecutive games. While he will remain in the rotation, Christie's already-low fantasy ceiling takes a hit with the change. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington (ankle) available Saturday vs. HOU
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 1:33 PM
Dallas Mavericks
P.J. Washington (ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Washington is available after a four-game absence with a sprained right ankle. If he starts, Naji Marshall will be pushed to the bench, where his fantasy value takes a slight hit. That said, Marshall should still play plenty due to injuries to other Mavericks players. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) out Saturday vs. Houston
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 1:00 PM
Grant Afseth
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Gafford was initially doubtful for Saturday night, so the downgrade in status was expected. Anthony Davis will once again handle most of the available minutes at the center position, with Dwight Powell serving as his primary backup. |
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Klay Thompson Klay Thompson (knee) out Saturday vs. Houston
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 12:57 PM
Grant Afseth
Klay Thompson (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: While Thompson's production has improved recently, he has primarily been a deep-league option for those needing three-pointers. His absence will likely result in more minutes for Jaden Hardy, who can be a bit of a wild card offensively. Feel free to leave him on the waiver wire. |
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P.J. Washington P.J. Washington (ankle) questionable Saturday
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 8:45 AM
P.J. Washington (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Washington has missed the last four games with a right ankle sprain. His status is up in the air for Saturday against the Rockets given his questionable listing. Naji Marshall would fill in again if Washington is ruled out and is worth rostering in deep leagues while Washington is sidelined. |
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Daniel Gafford Daniel Gafford (ankle) doubtful Saturday vs. HOU
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 8:43 AM
Daniel Gafford (ankle) is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: Gafford injured his ankle against the Heat on Wednesday and subsequently missed Friday's game against the Thunder. He's unlikely to return Saturday given his doubtful listing. Anthony Davis is off the injury report, though, and should handle the majority of the center minutes for Dallas. |
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Jaden Hardy Jaden Hardy scores 23, hits five threes off bench
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 6:39 PM
Jaden Hardy had 23 points (8-of-13 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, two assists, and five three-pointers on Friday in the loss to the Thunder.
Analysis: Hardy came off the bench and notched his best scoring performance of the season. All of his production came in the second half once the score was lopsided and in favor of the Thunder. Still, he shot well in his 20 minutes of game action, particularly from beyond the arc, and finished as the Mavericks' leading scorer on the evening. Regardless of Hardy's strong outing on Friday, he's not a player fantasy managers should be keeping tabs on at the moment. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis held to two points Friday vs. OKC
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 6:28 PM
Anthony Davis finished the loss to the Thunder with two points (1-of-9 FGs, 0-of-2 FTs), eight rebounds, six assists and one block.
Analysis: Davis had his worst performance of the season on Friday. In 24 minutes, he tallied more assists than he did points, and contributed just one made shot on the evening before finishing as the only Mavericks starter to score in single digits. His lone impact from a fantasy basketball standpoint came as a facilitator, where he notched a season-high in assists. It was otherwise a performance the veteran center will hope to quickly move on from. He'll have a chance to bounce back against the Rockets on Saturday, should he be available to play. |
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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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