Anthony Davis Out with Calf Injury
The Mavericks’ power forward/center, Anthony Davis, will be out of the courts for at least seven to ten more days due to a strain in his left calf, as announced by the team on Sunday night. Davis will miss his ninth consecutive game on Sunday against the Portland Trail Blazers. The most recent deadline was determined after Davis was reevaluated over the weekend.Originally, Davis was targeting the November 8 road game against the Washington Wizards as a return date. That plan was revoked. Days later, it became clear during a meeting that the ten-time All-Star’s return would not be approved until medical metrics were provided indicating that there was no risk of aggravating the calf strain or suffering a related, potentially catastrophic injury. In doing so, they aligned with Mavs’ director of health and performance, Johann Bilsborough, urging a cautious approach. One of the main concerns is that Davis could rupture his Achilles tendon if he returns before the calf strain is fully recovered. Davis has played in only 14 games, as well as a couple of play-in games.He wants to be there to help us. But this gives him seven to ten days to improve or get stronger. Hopefully, in seven to ten days, he’ll be back on the court.
Jason Kidd, Mavs Coach
