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Mavericks Say Anthony Davis Won't Need Hand Surgery, To Be Re-Evaluated in Six Weeks

A second opinion ruled out surgery to leave Dallas facing trade decisions before the Feb. 5 deadline.

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Jan 6, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (3) stands on the court before the start of the game against the Sacramento Kings at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images/File Photo
SALT LAKE CITY, UT - JANUARY 08: Anthony Davis #3 of the Dallas Mavericks holds his left hand as he reacts to pain after injuring it against Lauri Markkanen during the second half of their game at the Delta Center on January 8, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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.(Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The Mavericks announced Davis will forgo surgery on his left hand and is expected to be re-evaluated in about six weeks after consulting with a specialist.
  • Davis publicly pushed back on earlier reports that he was set for surgery, calling them "lies" in posts on X.
  • League reporting says Dallas has reopened trade talks involving Davis, with the post-deadline re-evaluation complicating any in-season deal.
  • Reported suitors include the Toronto Raptors and Atlanta Hawks, with teams such as the Milwaukee Bucks and Sacramento Kings also linked in recent coverage.
  • Davis injured the hand Jan. 8 against Utah when it caught on Lauri Markkanen’s jersey, and his age, injury history and sizeable contract are key factors in his current market.