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5d ago

Mavericks Lock In Daniel Gafford With $54M, Three-Year Extension

The move preserves Dallas’s trade leverage, locking down a versatile frontcourt contributor.

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Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (21) and Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) battle for the rebound during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Gafford’s three-year, $54 million extension runs through 2028–29 and begins after his current 2025–26 contract.
  • The deal is capped below $54.3 million to avoid a six-month trade restriction and keep him immediately tradable.
  • Since joining Dallas via trade in February 2024, Gafford has averaged 12.3 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.8 blocks on 70.2 percent shooting.
  • His commitment bolsters a deep frontcourt rotation alongside Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II and presumptive top draft pick Cooper Flagg.
  • The Mavericks must still resolve Kyrie Irving’s upcoming player option decision as they prepare for the 2025–26 season.