The Dallas Mavericks are beginning to wave the white flag after Anthony Davis suffered a hand injury that could keep him out for a bulk of the remainder of the

Davis was a pterodactyl in New Orleans. A true "best player in the world" type talent who led the league in blocked shots three times, finished as high as third in MVP voting and averaged 30.5 points, 12.7 rebounds and 2.5 blocks over 13 playoff games.

Having to hold onto Anthony Davis at the NBA trade deadline in 2026 could benefit the Dallas Mavericks in the long run.

Anthony Davis hand injury forces Dallas Mavericks pivot as Atlanta Hawks trade talks cool across the NBA this season.

While Davis' injury threatens his trade value, it will be easier for Dallas to maximize the only first-round pick it controls until 2031.

There is a dark cloud hovering over the Dallas Mavericks franchise. Ever since former GM Nico Harrison dealt away Luka Doncic to the Lakers for Anthony Davis, the organization has suffered nothing but bad luck.

DeMarcus Cousins defends Anthony Davis amid trade rumors and a new ligament injury, while Tim MacMahon warns that Dallas may be stuck with the "black cloud" of his contract.