Mavericks predict severing ties with 10-time All-Star, NBA champion for $186 million in blockbuster deal originally appeared on Sports news. Add “Sports News” as Preferred source by clicking here.
Dallas Mavericks It's been less than a year since they sold their superstar to the franchise, and the main asset they received in return was difficulty acclimatizing. Anthony Davis had his ups and downs with the Mavericks. especially after he suffered another injury on Christmas Day.
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“Mavericks star Anthony Davis suffered a minor groin strain and will likely miss a few games, sources tell ESPN. Davis, a high-value trade target, will be evaluated daily. The Mavs have taken a cautious approach to injuries, especially Davis, and will continue to do so,” ESPN's Shams Charania wrote.
Davis is a proven star, but longevity has always been his biggest issue. While the Mavericks are struggling, some teams believe that acquiring the 10-time All-Star could benefit them more than Dallas.
” Pistons (19-5), Predators (15-10) and Hawks (14-11) are a high-level threat in the East, and their seasons give hope that a player like Davis – a 10-time All-Star who spent his entire career in the Western Conference – can turn them into a viable championship-caliber team.” Charania wrote.
The Hawks in particular are an intriguing team to watch as this situation develops as they appear to be one of the strongest potential contenders. Trae Young has long lacked a dominant big man outside of Clint Capela during his tenure. Bleacher Report's Adam Wells would expect Atlanta to make a deal.
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“With no specific timetable for Porzingis' return to action following his diagnosis of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, it is unclear when the Hawks will be able to acquire a full complement of players. This scenario does open up the possibility for the Hawks to trade Davis to fill the void in the frontcourt,” he said. Wells wrote.
If the Hawks were to land Davis, the Eastern Conference could be turned on its head—assuming he stays healthy. Of course, a lot will depend on what Atlanta would have to give up in a potential deal.
Atlanta is in a position where it must continue to convince Young that the team is committed to winning. Bringing in defensive assets like Davis may be just the move needed. Young has consistently expressed his desire to remain in Atlanta, and now the Hawks should give him every reason to stay.
