Anthony Davis made his long-awaited return to the court after being sidelined for over a month, debuting against the Brooklyn Nets. While his presence was a boost for his new team, his performances have been inconsistent. After sitting out against the New York Knicks, he returned for the Dallas Mavericks’ win over the Orlando Magic but struggled significantly.
The Mavericks prepare to take on the Chicago Bulls on Saturday. Davis is once again dealing with an injury designation. The latest injury report lists him as probable due to a left adductor strain.
Dallas Mavericks Injury Report vs. Chicago Bulls:
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Anthony Davis: Probable (Left Adductor Strain)
Caleb Martin: Probable (Right Hip Strain)
Brandon Williams: Probable (Low Back Tightness)
P.J. Washington: Questionable (Left Ankle Sprain)
Kai Jones: Questionable (Left Hip…
Other players on the injury report include Caleb Martin (probable, right hip strain), Brandon Williams (probable, low back tightness), and P.J. Washington (questionable, left ankle sprain). The team is also facing significant absences, including Kyrie Irving, who is out with a left knee sprain and ACL tear, and Danté Exum, who remains sidelined with a left-hand fracture.
Meanwhile, Davis’ scoring output has fluctuated since his return, dropping from an initial 26 points to just 12 against the Nets and 17 versus the Magic. His shooting woes were particularly noticeable in the last game, where he managed just 5-of-19 from the field and 1-of-5 from three-point range.
Davis Reflects On His Shocking Midseason Trade
During a recent interview with Andscape, Davis addressed his unexpected midseason trade. He expressed surprise at the move but also claimed that he has embraced his new situation.
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“Family is happy. Everybody is happy. It’s the nature of the business. Obviously, the first maybe 48 hours, it was just a shock because I wasn’t expecting it. Nobody was expecting it, so they say. But I know from my side, my team and my family and everybody who works with me, I wasn’t expecting it,” Davis said.
Despite the initial shock, Davis appears to be settling in, but his recent performances indicate that he is still finding his rhythm. As the Mavericks push through a challenging stretch, they will look to their star forward to regain his usual dominance on the court.
