Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis may be forced to miss several months after suffering an injury during the team’s game against the Dallas Mavericks, the New York Post reported on January 9, 2026.
The report did not specify the exact nature of Davis’s injury but noted that early projections point to a prolonged recovery timetable. An official update from the Lakers had not been released at the time of publication.
Davis, widely regarded as one of the NBA’s premier big men, has been a cornerstone of the Lakers’ lineup since arriving in Los Angeles ahead of the 2019-20 season. Any extended absence would represent a major blow to the franchise’s playoff hopes.
The Lakers’ next steps, including potential roster adjustments, remain unclear while the medical staff conducts further evaluations.
Source: New York Post
