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Dallas Mavericks head to Philadelphia on Saturday night looking to continue building momentum, but their preparation comes with several injury-related question marks. As the Mavericks prepare to face the 76ers on the road, all eyes are on Anthony Davis, who remains a central figure on the team’s injury report ahead of tip-off.
Anthony Davis listed as probable vs 76ers
Anthony Davis is officially listed as probable due to an illness, signaling that he is more likely than not to suit up against Philadelphia. This marks the second consecutive game in which Davis has appeared on the injury report after missing the Mavericks’ earlier matchup against the Utah Jazz.
His return has been important for Dallas, particularly on the defensive end, where his presence consistently alters opposing game plans.
While Davis did not have a standout scoring night in Dallas’ recent win over the Detroit Pistons, his overall impact was evident. He finished that game with 15 points, 14 rebounds, and three blocks, anchoring the defense and controlling the paint.
On the season, Davis is averaging 19.6 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks per game while shooting efficiently from the floor. Despite dealing with recurring health issues, he has remained a cornerstone when available, having missed six games so far.
Klay Thompson questionable as Mavericks manage rotation
Klay Thompson is listed as questionable due to left knee soreness after logging just 19 minutes against Detroit. Thompson has struggled to find consistency this season, and his limited availability adds another layer of uncertainty for Dallas. In the Pistons win, he came off the bench and managed only five points, continuing a trend of uneven performances.
If Thompson is unable to play, the Mavericks may need to lean further into their bench rotation to compensate for the lack of perimeter scoring.
Multiple absences strain Dallas depth
Beyond Davis and Thompson, Dallas will once again be without several key contributors. Kyrie Irving, Dante Exum, and Dereck Lively II are all ruled out, leaving the Mavericks short-handed against a physical Philadelphia squad.
Those absences place additional responsibility on Dallas’ remaining starters to carry the offensive load and maintain defensive intensity.
Momentum still building for Dallas
Despite the injuries, the Mavericks have shown signs of stabilization in recent weeks. A 5-5 record over their last 10 games reflects incremental improvement compared to their early-season struggles. With Davis expected to be available, Dallas will aim to stay competitive and protect the paint as they look to secure a valuable road win.
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