Few Teams Showing Serious Interest in Mavericks’ Anthony Davis Trade
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Trade chatter around Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis is quieter than expected, league sources told ESPN’s Tim Bontemps.
Bontemps reported that front offices are hesitant to assume the 33-year-old’s sizable contract, which pays $54.1 million this season, $58.5 million in 2024-25 and includes a $62.8 million player option for 2027-28.
“You talk to people in the league, there’s not a lot of teams that are lining up to take on a 35-year-old Anthony Davis making $63 million, and you have to assume he’s going to opt into that deal,” Bontemps said.
Availability a Concern
Dallas acquired Davis last season in the blockbuster that sent Luka Dončić to New Orleans. Since arriving, the 10-time All-Star has appeared in only 14 games, averaging 20.3 points, 10.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.9 blocks. He has played just five contests this season and is currently sidelined by a left calf strain.
Open to Mid-Season Talks
The Mavericks are expected to work with agent Rich Paul to explore in-season trade options, though Davis does not possess a no-trade clause. Clubs that have expressed preliminary interest reportedly want the veteran to trim weight in hopes of recapturing the mobility that once made him an elite two-way presence.
Over 12 NBA seasons with the Pelicans, Lakers and Mavericks, Davis owns career averages of 24.1 points, 10.7 rebounds and 2.3 blocks.
Source: Hoops Wire
