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Anthony Davis Set to Return on Minutes Limit as Mavericks Host 76ers With Joel Embiid Probable

Dallas leans on a managed Davis return to steady a 12-22 start with Kyrie Irving still sidelined.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 20: Vj Edgecombe #77 of the Philadelphia 76ers talks to Cooper Flagg #32 of the Dallas Mavericks at Xfinity Mobile Arena on December 20, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. The 76ers defeated the Mavericks 121-114. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
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Dec 23, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) looks on against the Brooklyn Nets during the first quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Coach Jason Kidd said Davis will be capped around 30–34 minutes after missing two games with right adductor/groin soreness.
  • Davis was removed from the NBA injury report for Jan. 1 following the Christmas Day setback against Golden State.
  • Joel Embiid is listed as probable due to right ankle sprain and right knee injury management after logging a season‑high 38 minutes in an overtime win at Memphis.
  • The Mavericks list Kyrie Irving (left knee surgery), Dereck Lively II (right foot surgery) and Dante Exum (right knee surgery) as out, while the 76ers remain without Kelly Oubre Jr. and Trendon Watford.
  • Philadelphia enters 17-14 after taking the first meeting 121-114; Dallas sits 12-22 and faces ongoing media speculation about Davis’ trade market, including reported interest from Atlanta that remains unconfirmed.