Anthony Davis returned to action Friday night after missing nearly a month with a left calf strain, scoring 12 points in the Dallas Mavericks' 129-119 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. The 10-time All-Star added five rebounds, five assists and three blocks in 28 minutes, slightly exceeding his planned minutes restriction. Davis had been sidelined since Oct. 29 following the calf … [Read more...] about Anthony Davis Returns After Month-Long Absence As Mavericks Lose To Lakers
Anthony Davis Addresses Trade Speculation: ‘Whatever Comes Out Of That, Comes Out Of That’
Anthony Davis dismissed trade speculation Wednesday, saying his focus remains on basketball despite uncertainty surrounding his future following the firing of general manager Nico Harrison. Davis said he has no control over front office decisions but maintains open communication with management. Davis participated in a full practice Wednesday for the first time since suffering … [Read more...] about Anthony Davis Addresses Trade Speculation: ‘Whatever Comes Out Of That, Comes Out Of That’
Mavs Not Looking To Trade Kyrie Irving; More Likely To Move Anthony Davis
On a recent episode of ESPN's Howdy Partners, which covers Texas NBA teams, NBA insider Tim MacMahon gave insight into the Dallas Mavericks trade plans. MacMahon said the Mavs do not want to trade guard Kyrie Irving. Dallas is willing, and maybe even likely, to trade big man Anthony Davis. "What I would tell you about Kyrie is the Mavericks do not want to trade him," MacMahon … [Read more...] about Mavs Not Looking To Trade Kyrie Irving; More Likely To Move Anthony Davis
Jason Kidd Claims He Never Considered Leaving Mavericks For Knicks
Jason Kidd confirmed Wednesday that the Dallas Mavericks denied the New York Knicks' request to interview him for their head coaching vacancy last summer, though the 52-year-old Hall of Famer said he never seriously considered leaving Texas. The Mavericks had no intention of letting Kidd go and awarded him a multi-year extension in October. Mutual interest existed between Kidd … [Read more...] about Jason Kidd Claims He Never Considered Leaving Mavericks For Knicks
Dereck Lively II Facing Extended Absence Due To Foot Injury
Dereck Lively II is expected to be out for an extended period. Lively has appeared in only seven of 19 games so far this season with the Dallas Mavericks after undergoing offseason foot surgery and having a recent knee issue. Lively didn't play for the Mavericks on Monday due to foot injury management as he has been experiencing swelling and discomfort. Lively is averaging 4.3 … [Read more...] about Dereck Lively II Facing Extended Absence Due To Foot Injury