Summary
Anthony Davis has asked to be traded from the Dallas Mavericks before the NBA trade deadline. The Mavericks must decide quickly if they want to keep Davis or trade him for better value, as he hasn't played recently due to an injury. The Toronto Raptors are one of the teams interested in possibly acquiring Davis.
Key Facts
- Anthony Davis wants to be traded from the Dallas Mavericks before February 5, the NBA trade deadline.
- Davis hasn't played since January 8 because of an injury to his left hand.
- The Dallas Mavericks are currently ranked 12th in the Western Conference.
- Davis's current contract has a $54 million salary cap, complicating trade possibilities.
- He also has a player option for the 2027-28 season worth $62.8 million.
- The Toronto Raptors are interested in trading for Davis and may include players like Immanuel Quickley, Jakob Poeltl, and RJ Barrett in a deal.
- Dallas is deciding whether to plan for the long-term future of the team with or without Davis.
