Anthony Davis Exits Mavericks Game Due to Sore Leg Against Pacers
Dallas Mavericks’ power forward/center Anthony Davis exited the game against the Indiana Pacers due to left lower leg soreness. This incident occurred during the first quarter, leading the Mavericks to rule him out at halftime.
Details of the Incident
After scoring, Davis immediately indicated to the bench that he was in discomfort. He crouched on the sideline for several moments while the Mavericks called a timeout, before ultimately proceeding to the locker room for further evaluation.
Injury Background
- Davis was listed as probable on the pregame injury report.
- He has been dealing with bilateral Achilles tendinopathy.
- At 32 years old, Davis’s recent performances have been limited.
Davis’s Recent Struggles
Last season, Davis played only nine games for Dallas after joining the team in a highly publicized trade involving Luka Doncic. At the time of the trade, Davis was recovering from an abdominal injury and subsequently strained his adductor in his Mavericks debut. This adductor issue kept him out for six weeks.
Mavericks Roster Challenges
The Mavericks faced additional challenges during the game. They were already without three key rotation players:
- Kyrie Irving, who has not returned since suffering a torn ACL in March.
- Daniel Gafford, who is sidelined due to an ankle sprain from the first practice of the season.
- Dereck Lively II, missing his second consecutive game because of a knee sprain.
The Mavericks will need to monitor Davis’s condition closely as they navigate a difficult early season without key players. Further updates regarding his injury are expected in the coming days.
