Overview
- Marc Stein reported that Davis took part in full-contact five‑on‑five this week, his first game‑speed action since July eye surgery to repair a detached retina.
- Outlets note the scrimmages are a positive step but do not confirm full clearance for training camp or Opening Night, and the team has not issued a detailed medical update.
- ESPN previously reported in July that Davis was expected to be ready for training camp after the operation to mend a retina issue caused by repeated facial contact last season.
- Davis’ eye injury traced to an April 2 game when teammate Daniel Gafford inadvertently elbowed him, leading to stitches before he returned to finish the win.
- Limited by injuries after his February trade, Davis appeared in nine regular-season games for Dallas, heightening the importance of his availability as Irving rehabs an ACL and newcomers like No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg and D’Angelo Russell integrate.