Mavericks Make Anthony Davis Injury Announcement Before Pelicans Game

The Dallas Mavericks have announced an injury update for star Anthony Davis

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

The Dallas Mavericks made one of the biggest trades in NBA history, sending 25-year-old superstar Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. In exchange, the Mavericks received 11-time NBA All-Star Anthony Davis.

While many fans were upset about the thought of Dallas trading away their franchise cornerstone, the idea of a Kyrie Irving, Anthony Davis duo was intriguing. Unfortunately for fans, they have not gotten to see much of their new-look lineup with Davis. The 31-year-old big man got injured in his Mavericks debut and has been sidelined since.

KYRIE IRVING — ANTHONY DAVIS LOB. 🔥🔥🔥

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— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) February 8, 2025

Coming out of the All-Star break, the Mavericks host the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. While Davis is still sidelined, the Mavericks announced a promising update that suggests he could be nearing his return to action.

Via Dallas Mavericks: "Anthony Davis injury update: Anthony Davis, who suffered a left adductor strain on Feb. 8 against Houston, is making good progress. Davis will be re-evaluated in two weeks. Get well soon, AD 🙏 #MFFL"

Anthony Davis injury update:

Anthony Davis, who suffered a left adductor strain on Feb. 8 against Houston, is making good progress.

Davis will be re-evaluated in two weeks. Get well soon, AD 🙏 #MFFL pic.twitter.com/SZS46zOlZ8

— Dallas Mavericks (@dallasmavs) February 20, 2025

Davis is averaging 25.7 points, 12.0 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks per game this season, but shined in his Mavericks debut. In his lone game as a Mav, Davis dropped 26 points, 16 rebounds, and 7 assists, showing off the potential of this new-look Dallas squad.

The Mavericks desperately need Davis back on the court to have championship aspirations, while the Pelicans are looking to pull off a road upset on Friday while the star forward is still sidelined.

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