The Dallas Mavericks’ bold midseason trade for Anthony Davis, which saw them send young superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, is now looking like a costly mistake. Davis was expected to be the new face of the franchise. But he suffered a devastating injury in his very first game with Dallas. Since then, he has missed every single game.
NBA insider Shams Charania recently revealed that Davis and his representatives are now considering shutting him down for the remainder of the season after Kyrie Irving’s season-ending injury.
ESPN’s Tim MacMahon weighed in on the matter on NBA Today. He revealed that there are voices within the Mavericks’ front office pushing for Davis to sit out. However, according to MacMahon, Davis himself is not on board with that idea.
“There are people who’d rather shut him down for the season. AD’s not trying to hear all of that,” MacMahon said.
“AD IS NOT TRYING TO HEAR THAT.”
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ESPN’s Tim MacMahon on how Anthony Davis reacted to the Dallas Mavericks trying to shut him down for the season after his left adductor strain 😳🗣️
Dallas is 33-36; 10th in the West & currently in the play-in.
Thoughts? 🤔
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The Mavericks are currently holding a 33-37 record and are struggling to stay in playoff contention. Davis, however, remains determined to make a comeback and help the team make a late-season push.
In his lone game with Dallas before tearing his ACL, he putting up 26 points, 16 rebounds, and seven assists in 31 minutes. It was a glimpse of what he could bring to the team if healthy.
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Tim MacMahon Reveals Anthony Davis’ Potential Return Timeline
The Mavs fans are surely eagerly waiting for the return of Anthony Davis on the court. Tim MacMahon provided insight into Davis’ expected return timeline.
“[Anthony Davis] is steadfast in his determination to want to return this season. Maybe as soon as next week,” he said.
In preparation for his potential comeback, Davis has reportedly been assigned to the Texas Legends, the Mavericks’ G League affiliate, to help him get back into game shape. Whether he can make a meaningful impact or if the Mavericks’ decision to trade away Doncic will haunt them for years remains to be seen.
