Gafford (ankle) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.
The Mavericks are preparing to hold Gafford out for the second leg of this back-to-back set for injury maintenance. Gafford was terrific in Thursday's win over Memphis with 22 points (9-12 FG, 4-7 FT), 14 rebounds, one assist and one block in 27 minutes. With this news, Marvin Bagley and Dwight Powell could be more involved for Dallas.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Off injury report
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Gafford (ankle) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game against Toronto.
Gafford sat out Friday's loss to Boston -- the second leg of a back-to-back set -- due to right ankle injury management. However, the big man is set to return to action Sunday. He has averaged 10.6 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.2 blocks in 21.2 minutes per contest over his last five appearances.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Ruled out for Friday
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Gafford (ankle) is out for Friday's game in Boston.
Gafford will hit the sidelines for the second leg of this back-to-back set, and with Marvin Bagley (neck) also unavailable, Dwight Powell and Moussa Cisse should be logging major minutes. Fantasy managers can expect Gafford to have a solid chance of returning for Sunday's game in Toronto.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Doubtful Friday
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Gafford (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Celtics.
After posting 12 points (5-6 FG, 2-4 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 25 minutes during Thursday's 115-114 loss to the Magic, Gafford is expected to miss the second half of Dallas' back-to-back set as he continues to manage a lingering right ankle injury. The Mavericks' frontcourt will be significantly shorthanded for the matchup against Boston, as Marvin Bagley (neck) is also listed as doubtful. If both big men are ruled out as expected, P.J. Washington and Dwight Powell would be the primary candidates to see expanded minutes at center.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Solid in limited run
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Gafford accumulated 10 points (5-8 FG), six rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 22 minutes during Tuesday's 117-90 loss to the Hornets.
Gafford put together a solid outing, but he continues to have his minutes dialed back. Over his last 11 games, he's averaging 22.4 minutes per contest with 8.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.5 blocks. There's been no indication that his minutes will trend up.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Cleared from injury report
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Gafford (ankle) is off the injury report for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.
With Marvin Bagley (neck) out, Gafford could push for minutes near the 30s at center. Gafford has averaged 8.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.4 blocks in 23.7 minutes per contest in his last 10 games, shooting 61.8 percent from the field.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Ruled out Thursday
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Gafford is out for Thursday's game against the Kings due to right ankle injury management, per Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports.
It's possible the Mavericks have an eye toward Gafford suiting up Friday against Memphis. Marvin Bagley is the most likely candidate to replace Gafford in the starting lineup and makes sense as a plug-and-play fantasy option Thursday.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Unlikely to play Thursday
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Gafford (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the Kings.
It appears as though Gafford will sit out of the front end of the Mavericks' back-to-back set while managing a right ankle injury, but he should be available to play against the Grizzlies on Friday. Marvin Bagley figures to step into the starting center spot if Gafford is ruled out for Thursday's contest.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Will play Tuesday
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Gafford (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Nets.
Gafford has been a mainstay on the injury report of late due to a right ankle injury but will shed his questionable tag and suit up Tuesday. The big man has started 10 consecutive games for Dallas, averaging 9.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.2 combined steals-plus-blocks and 1.3 assists in 24.1 minutes per tilt over that stretch.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Listed as questionable for Tuesday
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Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Brooklyn.
Gafford has been a regular on the injury report of late due to a right ankle issue, though he's suited up in each of Dallas' past 11 games. The Arkansas product has started the previous 10 contests and would be expected to retain that role if active, with Marvin Bagley and Dwight Powell candidates to step into the starting five should Gafford be ruled out.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Available to play
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Gafford (ankle) is available for Sunday's game in Indiana.
Gafford was able to get through his pregame routine without issue, so he'll continue to power through the ankle issue. With Gafford active, Dwight Powell could have a tough time getting into the rotation.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Managing ankle injury
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Gafford is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pacers due to right ankle injury management.
Gafford has been managing a right ankle injury since mid-January and is in jeopardy of missing Sunday's game. Marvin Bagley would be the top candidate to start at center and Dwight Powell would have an elevated role off the bench if Gafford is unable to play. Gafford has averaged 8.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.5 blocks over 23.5 minutes per game over his last 10 outings.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Available to play
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Gafford (ankle) is available for Friday's game in Minnesota.
Gafford will push through the pain and make himself available for Friday's game, so make sure you've got him active. Through five February outings, Gafford has recorded averages of 8.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 2.0 blocks per game.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Game-time call for Friday
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Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Timberwolves.
Gafford picked up a right ankle injury in his team's final matchup before the All-Star break against the Lakers, and the issue could cause him to miss additional game action. The team should have a better idea of his availability closer to tipoff.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Departs with ankle soreness
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Gafford won't return to Thursday's game against the Lakers due to right ankle soreness. He tallied two points (1-2 FG), six rebounds, one assist and one block in 28 minutes.
Gafford was ruled out late in the fourth quarter with the game already decided, so his absence shouldn't have much of an impact on his team's rotation. The 27-year-old will have over a week to rest going into the All-Star break, with his next chance to take the court arriving Feb. 20 in Minnesota.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Questionable for Thursday
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Gafford is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Spurs due to a sprained right ankle.
Gafford has been dealing with nagging ankle injuries throughout the season, and there's a chance he could be forced to the sidelines yet again Thursday evening. If Gafford can't play, there will be more minutes available for Dwight Powell and Moussa Cisse.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Double-doubles in loss
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Gafford racked up 10 points (4-5 FG, 2-4 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 25 minutes during Tuesday's 110-100 loss to Boston.
Gafford recorded his second straight double-double despite yet another trip to the locker room due to an ankle injury. At this point, it appears as though fantasy managers are simply going to have to accept that Gafford's ankles could be an ongoing issue. With that said, he has now played at least 25 minutes in three straight games, including both games of a back-to-back.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Leaves for locker room
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Gafford exited to the locker room in the second quarter of Tuesday's game against the Celtics due to an apparent right ankle injury, Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site reports.
Gafford appeared to turn his ankle and stayed down for an extended period before limping to the locker room. It's worth noting that the big man recently missed time due to a right ankle sprain. If he's unable to return, Moussa Cisse and Dwight Powell are expected to handle the center minutes the rest of the way.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Starting Wednesday
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Gafford is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with Minnesota, Christian Clark of The Athletic reports.
Joining Gafford in the first unit for Wednesday's game will be Max Christie, Naji Marshall, Caleb Martin and P.J. Washington. Across 20 starts this season, Gafford has registered averages of 9.1 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game.
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Mavericks' Daniel Gafford: Coming off bench
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Gafford isn't part of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Lakers.
Gafford will be eased into action after a four-game absence, coming off the bench and backing up Dwight Powell. Despite his reserve role, expect Gafford to see significant run off the bench. In 29 appearances this season, Gafford is averaging 7.8 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.3 blocks across 20.8 minutes.
