Anthony Davis' Mavericks Debut Marred by Injury

2025-03-01

Anthony Davis’ debut with the Dallas Mavericks was cut short due to a non-contact injury during the third quarter of their game against the Houston Rockets. The 31-year-old forward, who was recently traded from the Los Angeles Lakers, appeared to suffer a groin or quad injury while defending against Rockets center Alperen Şengün. Davis immediately fell to his knees and was later listed as doubtful for the remainder of the game due to a lower-body injury.

Despite the injury, Davis had a standout performance, recording a team-high 26 points, 16 rebounds, and seven assists in just 31 minutes of play. The Mavericks went on to secure a 116-105 victory over the Rockets at the American Airlines Center. After the game, Davis downplayed the severity of the injury, stating that he felt tightness in his groin/quad area but described it as “nothing serious,” according to ESPN reporter Tim MacMahon.

This injury comes as a setback for Davis, who had just returned from an abdominal strain that sidelined him for five games. Known for his injury-prone history, Davis has played more than 56 games only once in the past five seasons. The Mavericks, who acquired Davis in a blockbuster trade that sent Luka Dončić to the Lakers, are hopeful that the 10-time All-Star can recover quickly and continue to contribute as a cornerstone of their franchise.

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