Overview
- Davis left the Dec. 25 game at Golden State and was ruled out at halftime with right-groin spasms after pulling up on a transition run.
- ESPN’s Shams Charania reported a minor groin strain with an expectation he misses a few games while he is evaluated daily.
- Dallas characterized the Christmas Day shutdown as an abundance-of-caution decision and is maintaining a conservative management plan.
- The Mavericks are 8-8 when Davis plays and 4-12 without him, underscoring the impact of his short-term absence.
- League interest continues ahead of the deadline, with reports that the Warriors are contemplating a pursuit and other teams are monitoring, while Dallas is holding a high asking price.