Overview
- ESPN reports an MRI revealed ligament damage in Davis’ left hand, with a potential surgery that could sideline him for months or at least six weeks if treated without surgery.
- The injury occurred late against the Jazz as Davis defended Lauri Markkanen, and he exited in visible pain after briefly attempting to continue.
- The timeline makes it likely he will be out past the Feb. 5 trade deadline, effectively freezing near‑term market activity for a deal.
- Interest from teams such as the Hawks and Raptors had been monitored, but Dallas is only listening on offers and is not operating under pressure to move him.
- Contract size and durability are key factors as he is owed $58.5 million next season with a $62.8 million player option in 2027–28, and he has appeared in only 29 games for Dallas since last February.