Daniel Gafford will miss at least six weeks with a Grade 3 MCL sprain, joining the Mavericks big men set to be out for an extended period after the All-Star break, sources told ESPN.

Daniel Gafford (left ankle sprain) will not return to tonight's game, per Mavs. — Mike Curtis (@MikeACurtis2) January 7, 2025 The Mavericks are already down several key players through injury.

The Dallas Mavericks may look to trade Anthony Davis with Daniel Gafford returning on a long-term deal and Duke Blue Devils basketball star Cooper Flagg joining the Mavs via the No. 1 overall pick ...