Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis did not play in the second of a back-to-back on Saturday night against the Los Angeles Clippers. Dallas still managed to earn a 114-110 win, however. So, will Davis play on Monday night in Denver against the Nuggets?
According to the NBA injury report, Davis is listed as probable due to left calf injury management. It seems if AD will be available against the Nuggets barring any unforeseen injury setbacks.
Cooper Flagg is also listed on the injury report with a right thumb splint, but he is available. PJ Washington (right ankle sprain) and Brandon Williams (left adductor sprain) are both questionable while Daniel Gafford (right ankle injury management) is doubtful. Dereck Lively II (right foot injury management), Kyrie Irving (left knee surgery) and Dante Exum (right knee injury management) are all out.
Flagg led the way on Saturday with a career-high 35-point outing. Klay Thompson also played well in the win. While the Mavericks missed AD, they played a respectable brand of basketball despite his absence.
Nevertheless, Dallas is hopeful to have Davis return on Monday night in Denver. The 32-year-old has averaged 19.3 points, 9.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists per outing across six total games played. There is no question that Davis is a terrific player, but staying healthy has been a problem for the Mavs star.
Davis' official status will be revealed on Monday ahead of tip-off. For now, he is listed as probable.
Monday night's game between the Mavs and Nuggets is scheduled for 9 PM EST in Denver.
