Anthony Davis Faces Potential Season-Ending Surgery

Mavericks Star's Hand Injury Raises Concerns Ahead of Trade Deadline

Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:04am

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A cubist-style painting depicting a basketball player's injured hand in the foreground, surrounded by fragmented, geometric shapes and planes representing the court and other players in motion, all in the vibrant colors of the Mavericks and Jazz teams.The Mavericks' championship aspirations face a critical setback as star player Anthony Davis' hand injury threatens to sideline him for an extended period.Dallas Today

Dallas Mavericks star player Anthony Davis is facing the possibility of season-ending surgery on his left hand after suffering a ligament injury during Thursday's game against the Utah Jazz. The timing of the injury could significantly impact the Mavericks' trade plans leading up to the February 5 trade deadline.

Why it matters

Davis' injury raises questions about the Mavericks' decision to trade for him last year, given his limited availability and the team's ongoing struggles. The potential long-term impact of this injury on Davis' career and the Mavericks' championship aspirations is a major concern for the franchise and its fans.

The details

The injury occurred with 2:52 left in the game, as Davis was defending Lauri Markkanen on a drive to the basket. Davis was visibly in pain and had to leave the court with 2:08 remaining, unable to continue defending Markkanen's subsequent basket. An MRI scan confirmed the extent of the damage, and the report suggests that Davis might require surgery, which could keep him out of the game for at least six weeks if avoided.

  • The injury occurred on Thursday, April 13, 2026 during the Mavericks' game against the Utah Jazz.
  • The Mavericks' trade deadline is on February 5, 2026.

The players

Anthony Davis

A 10-time NBA All-Star who joined the Dallas Mavericks in a controversial trade involving Luka Dončić. Davis is currently averaging 20.4 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 1.7 blocked shots per game.

Luka Dončić

The star player of the Dallas Mavericks, who was involved in the trade that brought Anthony Davis to the team.

Lauri Markkanen

The Utah Jazz player who was driving to the basket when Anthony Davis suffered his injury.

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