Overview
- Dallas is preparing to field interest in Anthony Davis before the Feb. 5 deadline, per ESPN reporting, after a 5–13 start and the firing of GM Nico Harrison.
- Minority owner Mark Cuban publicly said the Mavericks won’t trade Davis, creating mixed signals as new majority owner Patrick Dumont oversees basketball decisions.
- SNY’s Ian Begley reported the Knicks would at least check in if Dallas opens talks as New York evaluates win-now upgrades.
- ESPN’s Tim Bontemps said few teams are eager to absorb Davis’ contract, noting the $62.8 million player option and difficult salary matching could depress offers.
- Davis remains sidelined with a calf issue and has appeared in five games this season, and insiders expect the broader trade market to take shape over the next three to four weeks.