Anthony Davis gives good injury news after exiting early in Mavs debut

Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis didn't end his debut as he had hoped in the locker room, but he was in positive spirits after beating the Houston Rockets.

Jeremy Brener | Feb 8, 2025

Feb 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (3) looks on during the second half against the Houston Rockets at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images / Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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The Dallas Mavericks are celebrating after a 116-105 win against the Lone Star State rival Houston Rockets on Saturday afternoon at home.

It was all smiles for the Mavs with Davis on the floor, dropping 26 points, grabbing 16 rebounds and dishing out seven assists. It was exactly what Dallas had hoped for from its new star. However, a non-contact injury in the second half ended Davis' day a little early.

However, Davis appeared to be doing fine when speaking to reporters after the game, providing a positive update.

Feb 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (3) celebrates after he dunks the ball during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images / Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

How is Davis after his injury?

"My leg got tight, like a little spasm. I came back to try to get it loose while still dealing with the abdominal strain. But I managed to loosen it up, and it's nothing serious. I'm fine," Davis said via Dallas Hoops Journal reporter Grant Afseth.

Davis had been out since Jan. 28 with an abdominal strain, so the Mavs want to ensure that he is good to go for the long haul, making his exit a precautionary one.

Mavs head coach Jason Kidd said the team would see how Davis felt tomorrow to determine if he will play on Monday night against the Sacramento Kings.

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Published Feb 8, 2025

JEREMY BRENER

Jeremy Brener is an editor, writer and social media manager for several On SI sites. His work has also been featured in 247 Sports and SB Nation as a writer and podcaster. Brener grew up in Houston, going to Astros, Rockets and Texans games as a kid and resides in Central Florida. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism minoring in Sport Business Management. Brener can be followed on Twitter @JeremyBrener. For more inquiries, please email jeremybrenerchs@gmail.com.