The Dallas Mavericks traded Luka Doncic in part to build what, on paper, looked to be perhaps the most imposing front court in the NBA. Anthony Davis is a 10-time All-Star pick, and in Dallas he looked primed to return to his preferred position of power forward with Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford in place to man the center position.

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford has sustained a Grade 3 right MCL sprain and will miss at least 6 weeks, sources tell me and @espn_macmahon. Gafford, Anthony Davis and Dereck Lively II now expected to be out significant stretches of the second half of the season. pic.twitter.com/FJxd2xK9NY

The Dallas Mavericks received an unwelcome update on Thursday, with a report that center Daniel Gafford won't be back for at least six weeks due to a ligament sprain in his right knee. The Mavericks were already down several other big men,

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On Thursday, the Dallas Mavericks (29-26) host the Miami Heat (25-27) at American Airlines Center on the last night before the NBA All-Star break, and if you’re wondering how to catch the action live,

When Irving gets going like he was going on Wednesday, there aren't many players in the NBA more fun to watch. By crunch time in the fourth quarter the Warriors were blitzing him

Kyrie Irving reflected on the significance of facing Stephen Curry after the Dallas Mavericks' hard-fought victory over the Golden State Warriors. The Dallas Mavericks showcased their resilience, overcoming adversity to secure a 111-107 victory over the Golden State Warriors despite dealing with injuries and the absence of key player Anthony Davis.

Kyrie Irving and Stephen Curry addressed playing against each other following the Warriors-Mavericks game on Wednesday.