Daniel Gafford News, Rumors, Updates - Dallas Mavericks

Game-time call for Friday Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Gafford picked up a right ankle injury in his team's final matchup before the All-Star break against the Lakers, and the issue could cause him to miss additional game action. The team should have a better idea of his availability closer to tipoff.

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Departs with ankle soreness Gafford won't return to Thursday's game against the Lakers due to right ankle soreness. He tallied two points (1-2 FG), six rebounds, one assist and one block in 28 minutes.

Impact Gafford was ruled out late in the fourth quarter with the game already decided, so his absence shouldn't have much of an impact on his team's rotation. The 27-year-old will have over a week to rest going into the All-Star break, with his next chance to take the court arriving Feb. 20 in Minnesota.

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Three blocks in limited minutes Gafford provided four points (2-2 FG), four rebounds, three blocks and one steal over 17 minutes during Tuesday's 120-111 loss to the Suns.

Impact Since returning to the starting lineup Jan. 28, Gafford has failed to play 30-plus minutes in six of seven games, and he hasn't even reached 20 minutes in the last two. Despite that limited workload, the 27-year-old center remains a staunch rim defender, and over that seven-game stretch he's averaging 10.6 points, 7.3 boards, 1.4 blocks, 1.3 assists and 0.9 steals in 23.9 minutes a contest.

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Posts third straight double-double Gafford registered 16 points (5-8 FG, 6-8 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, four blocks and three steals in 33 minutes before fouling out of Thursday's 135-123 loss to the Spurs.

Impact Gafford was upgraded to available shortly before tipoff Thursday and didn't show any signs of his ankle injury hampering his play. The big man has started five consecutive matchups for the Mavs and is averaging 12.2 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.4 blocks in 26.4 minutes over this stretch.

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Upgraded to available Gafford (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against the Spurs, Noah Weber of TheSmokingCuban.com reports.

Impact Gafford has dealt with a right ankle sprain for most of the year, but he's suiting up for the sixth consecutive time Thursday. With Anthony Davis (finger) now totally out of the picture in the Dallas frontcourt, Gafford is looking to find a rhythm as the established top center from here on out. The 27-year-old big man is averaging 9.4 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 steals in 23.1 minutes per tilt in his last five games, shooting 64.3 percent from the field.

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Questionable for Thursday Gafford is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Spurs due to a sprained right ankle.

Impact Gafford has been dealing with nagging ankle injuries throughout the season, and there's a chance he could be forced to the sidelines yet again Thursday evening. If Gafford can't play, there will be more minutes available for Dwight Powell and Moussa Cisse.

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Double-doubles in loss Gafford racked up 10 points (4-5 FG, 2-4 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 25 minutes during Tuesday's 110-100 loss to Boston.

Impact Gafford recorded his second straight double-double, despite yet another trip to the locker room due to an ankle injury. At this point, it appears as though fantasy managers are simply going to have to accept that Gafford's ankles could be an ongoing issue. With that said, he has now played at least 25 minutes in three straight games, including both games of a back-to-back.

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Returns Tuesday Gafford (ankle) returned to Tuesday's game against the Celtics with 5:18 remaining in the third quarter, per the broadcast.

Impact Gafford appeared to turn his right ankle in the second quarter and didn't start the second half. However, the big man has been cleared to check back in.

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Leaves for locker room Gafford exited to the locker room in the second quarter of Tuesday's game against the Celtics due to an apparent right ankle injury, Eddie Sefko of the Mavericks' official site rep...

Impact Gafford appeared to turn his ankle and stayed down for an extended period before limping to the locker room. It's worth noting that the big man recently missed time due to a right ankle sprain. If he's unable to return, Moussa Cisse and Dwight Powell are expected to handle the center minutes the rest of the way.

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Double-doubles in loss Gafford amassed 16 points (7-10 FG, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds and one assist across 28 minutes during Saturday's 111-107 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Gafford recorded his first double-double in his past seven appearances, while also logging at least 25 minutes for the second straight game. While it has been a season full of disappointment, Gafford is beginning to show signs of life. With very little in terms of viable competition for minutes, Gafford is trending towards being a must-roster player, especially if he can remain healthy for the foreseeable future.

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Starting Wednesday Gafford is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup with Minnesota, Christian Clark of The Athletic reports.

Impact Joining Gafford in the first unit for Wednesday's game will be Max Christie, Naji Marshall, Caleb Martin and P.J. Washington. Across 20 starts this season, Gafford has registered averages of 9.1 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game.

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Limited minutes in return Gafford racked up two points (0-1 FG, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 16 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 116-110 loss to the Lakers.

Impact The 27-year-old center had missed the prior four games due to an ankle injury, and while Gafford was eased back into action, he did manage to make an impact at the rim. With Anthony Davis (finger) likely out for another month or more and Dereck Lively (foot) done for the season, Gafford should move back into the starting five quickly, but the Mavericks could be cautious with him on the second half of a back-to-back Sunday in Milwaukee.

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Coming off bench Gafford isn't part of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Gafford will be eased into action after a four-game absence, coming off the bench and backing up Dwight Powell. Despite his reserve role, expect Gafford to see significant run off the bench. In 29 appearances this season, Gafford is averaging 7.8 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.3 blocks across 20.8 minutes.

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Good to go Saturday Gafford (ankle) will play in Saturday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Gafford has officially been given the green light to return from a four-game absence. The center was previously considered probable. With Moussa Cisse (illness) out Saturday, Gafford and Dwight Powell will see most of the center work.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Officially probable for Saturday Gafford (ankle) is probable for Saturday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Gafford is on the injury report with a right ankle sprain, but Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reported earlier Friday that the big man is expected to play Saturday. The 27-year-old has started 20 of 29 games this season and is averaging 7.7 points and 7.5 rebounds in 20.1 minutes over his past 10 appearances. Gafford's anticipated return to action may cut into Dwight Powell's fantasy appeal.

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Will play Saturday Gafford (ankle) will play Saturday against the Lakers, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Gafford, who has missed the past four games for Dallas, did "everything" at Friday's practice according to coach Jason Kidd. With Gafford set to return, Dwight Powell could see his fantasy appeal shrink after putting up a double-double in 27 minutes against the Warriors on Thursday.

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Ruled out for Thursday Gafford (ankle) won't play Thursday versus the Warriors.

Impact This will be the fourth consecutive game on the inactive list for Gafford, which will result in more minutes for Dwight Powell and Moussa Cisse. Gafford's next chance to play will come Saturday against the Lakers.

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Doubtful for Thursday Gafford (ankle) is doubtful for Thursday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Gafford appears likely to miss his fourth straight game Thursday, though he is getting closer to a return -- he was previously labeled as questionable. In the meantime, Dwight Powell and Moussa Cisse (illness) will likely continue to hold down the fort at center.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's versus the Warriors.

Impact Gafford has missed the past three games for the Mavericks, but this is the first time he's received the questionable tag since going down, which indicates progress. We'll have a better idea on his status following Thursday's shootaround, but if he is able to return, Dwight Powell would likely head back to the second unit.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Monday Gafford (ankle) is out for Monday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Gafford will miss a third straight matchup while battling through a right ankle sprain. His next chance to suite up will come Thursday against the Warriors.

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