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Anthony Davis joins elite company in NBA history in Mavericks-Bulls

The big man continues to cement his legacy.
Keenan Womack|
Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (3) dribbles up court during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (3) dribbles up court during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Mavericks big man Anthony Davis joined an elite group of players tonight when he recorded a block against the Chicago Bulls that marked the 1,800th of his career. The future Hall-of-Famer known for his ability to play both sides of the ball continues to add to his legacy by racking up stats, even on the wrong side of 30 years old.

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On March 29, Davis became just the 11th player in NBA history to score 18,000 points and record 1,800 rejections, becoming a member of a list that includes stars Hakeem Olajuwon, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Tim Duncan, David Robinson, Patrick Ewing, Shaquille O'Neal, Robert Parish, Dwight Howard, Kevin Garnett, and Pau Gasol.

Davis recorded the block with 3:19 left in the first quarter of the Mavericks' Saturday game against the Bulls. In a season that has been filled with strife for the franchise, Anthony Davis' presence (when he's been healthy) has been a highlight. Hopefully, he can continue to play and avoid further injury problems, while racking up accolades, as the team continues to push for the postseason.

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Keenan Womack
KEENAN WOMACK

Keenan Womack is a sportswriter native to Dallas, Texas, who has spent the last 12 years in Austin, the home of his alma mater, the University of Texas. Keenan has covered sports for SB Nation, Bleacher Report, Rivals/Orangebloods, a host of his own sites and now, Fan Nation. Focusing on basketball, Keenan was on the beat for the Longhorns hoops team for the last two-and-a-half years before moving on to pursue other opportunities. He is married and lives with his wife close to the Moody Center, so they can continue to catch games together.

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