Dereck Lively II will undergo season-ending surgery on his right foot. The surgery will be performed by Dr. James Calder at the Fortius Clinic in London. Lively is expected to make a full recovery and be available for the start of training camp. "Dereck has handled every challenge of this season with professionalism and resilience," said Dallas Mavericks Co-Interim General … [Read more...] about Dereck Lively Out For Season With Foot Surgery
Pistons, Hawks, Raptors Expected To Pursue Trade For Anthony Davis
Anthony Davis has become a critical trade target for multiple Eastern Conference contenders ahead of the February deadline, according to ESPN. The Detroit Pistons, Atlanta Hawks, and Toronto Raptors are expected to pursue the 10-time All-Star, who has spent his entire career in the Western Conference. Davis' agent, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul, met with Mavericks interim … [Read more...] about Pistons, Hawks, Raptors Expected To Pursue Trade For Anthony Davis
Anthony Davis Must Prove Health To Generate Trade Interest For Mavericks
Anthony Davis must demonstrate sustained productivity through December and January to generate the level of trade interest the Dallas Mavericks seek before the Feb. 6 deadline, according to league sources. The general consensus across the NBA is that Davis needs an extended stretch of quality play after starting the season as a projected centerpiece for the Mavericks. Trading … [Read more...] about Anthony Davis Must Prove Health To Generate Trade Interest For Mavericks
Daniel Gafford Emerges As Mavericks’ Most Tradeable Player Before Deadline
Daniel Gafford is widely regarded across the NBA as the most tradeable Maverick ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline, according to league sources. The center is not yet in the first year of a three-year, $54.4 million extension that runs through the 2028-29 season. However, persistent injuries to Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II complicate Gafford's trade status. The Mavericks' … [Read more...] about Daniel Gafford Emerges As Mavericks’ Most Tradeable Player Before Deadline
Mavs Looking To Convert Ryan Nembhard To Standard Contract
The Dallas Mavericks are looking to convert Ryan Nembhard from a two-way to a standard NBA contract, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. The Mavs won't have the cap space to convert Nembhard until early January. The Mavs reportedly were the only team to guarantee Nembhard a two-way deal if he were still available following the 2025 draft. Nembhard is averaging 8.6 points … [Read more...] about Mavs Looking To Convert Ryan Nembhard To Standard Contract