Moussa Cisse News, Rumors, Updates - Dallas Mavericks

Available Monday Cisse (shoulder) is available for Monday's game against the Nets.

Impact Cisse was initially listed as questionable due to a right shoulder sprain, though he was eventually upgraded to probable and has now officially been cleared to suit up. The Mavericks will be without Anthony Davis (finger), P.J. Washington (ankle) and Daniel Gafford (ankle), so Cisse and Dwight Powell will likely split the center minutes against Brooklyn.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Cisse (shoulder) is now listed as probable for Monday's game against the Nets.

Impact Cisse is trending in the right direction after initially being listed as questionable Monday due to a right shoulder sprain. The team should have official word on his availability closer to tipoff.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nursing right shoulder sprain Cisse (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Nets.

Impact With Anthony Davis (hand) sidelined indefinitely, Cisse served as the Mavericks' backup center behind Daniel Gafford during Saturday's loss against the Bulls. Cisse may have sprained his right shoulder during that contest, and if he's unable to play Monday, then Dwight Powell would be in line for more minutes off the bench.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 10 boards in loss Cisse notched five points (2-3 FG, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three blocks and two steals across 19 minutes during Saturday's 125-107 loss to Chicago.

Impact Cisse chipped in on both ends of the floor, matching his season-high with 10 rebounds, while also setting a season-high with five combined steals and blocks. With Anthony Davis likely to be sidelined beyond the All-Star break, Cisse could have an opportunity to play meaningful minutes, especially if Daniel Gafford continues to struggle as the starter. While he isn't worth adding just yet, Cisse is someone to keep an eye on, just in case the coaching staff decides to give him a larger role at some point down the stretch.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Rare appearance in loss Cisse finished Saturday's 113-107 loss to the Kings with two rebounds in six minutes.

Impact Cisse played his first game since December 15, moving into the rotation following a groin injury to Anthony Davis. Although Cisse has been thereabouts thus far this season, he has yet to carve out a consistent role. If and when the Mavericks opt to change things up, keep an eye on Cisse, just in case he shifts into a meaningful role, much like Adem Bona did for the 76ers last season.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in usual bench role Cisse isn't in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Cisse entered the starting five Monday with Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively sidelined. However, both Lively and Gafford are available Wednesday, resulting in Cisse's move to the bench. He's averaging 4.9 points and 4.0 rebounds over nine games in a bench role this season.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves win for the 5th time in 6 games, beating the short-handed Mavericks 120-96

Naz Reid scored a season-high 22 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the short-handed Dallas Mavericks 120-96

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Slated to start Monday Cisse will start Monday's game against the Timberwolves, Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Cisse will make his first start of the season Monday, filling in for the injured Daniel Gafford (ankle). Cisse, a two-way player, has appeared in 10 NBA games this season, averaging 4.4 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in 10.8 minutes per contest. The 23-year-old will handle most of the center duties alongside Dwight Powell, with both Gafford and Dereck Lively (knee) sidelined.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Swats four shots in loss Cisse fouled out of Wednesday's 123-114 loss to Phoenix after recording four points (2-2 FG), nine rebounds and four blocks in 15 minutes.

Impact Cisse has now recorded three straight games with at least two blocks, and has logged a block in all but two appearances this season. Despite being on a two way contract, Cisse has made the most of his opportunity with the Mavericks, and will likely continue to backup Daniel Gafford until one of Anthony Davis (calf) or Dereck Lively (knee) come back from injury.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks two shots in loss Cisse chipped in seven points (3-4 FG, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and two blocks across 20 minutes during Monday's 116-114 loss to the Bucks.

Impact Despite being on a two-way contract, Cisse ended up being second in minutes off the bench only behind Naji Marshall (25). He has also been integral for Dallas with Dereck Lively (knee) and Anthony Davis (calf) out for the time being, shoring up their defense to the tune of 1.4 blocks per game in his last five contests. Cisse will likely continue to play behind Daniel Gafford until one of the aforementioned big men return.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Antetokounmpo scores 15 of his 30 points in fourth quarter and Bucks edge Mavericks 116-114

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 15 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter and Ryan Rollins put Milwaukee ahead for good with a driving layup with 17.9 seconds left as the Bucks rallie...

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Logs first points of season Cisse produced four points (2-4 FG), two rebounds, one block and one steal over 14 minutes during Monday's 110-102 loss to Houston.

Impact Cisse made just his second appearance of the season after signing a two-way deal with the Mavericks, and notched his fist points. He also displayed his defensive capabilities, recording a steal and a block in only 14 minutes. With Anthony Davis (calf) and Dereck Lively (knee) out for the time being, Cisse may continue to see minutes backing up Daniel Gafford until one of the aforementioned big men return.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mavericks sign rookie center Moussa Cissé to two-way contract as roster takes shape Cissé had a five-year college career with Memphis, Oklahoma State and Ole Miss.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Signs two-way deal Cisse and the Mavericks agreed to a two-way contract Saturday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact Cisse was previously on an Exhibit 10 contract with the Mavericks, but the franchise has decided to keep him around. Cisse figures to play a key role for the Texas Legends in the G League to open the season.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs two-way deal Cisse and the Mavericks agreed to a two-way contract Saturday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Timberwolves win for the 5th time in 6 games, beating the short-handed Mavericks 120-96

Antetokounmpo scores 15 of his 30 points in fourth quarter and Bucks edge Mavericks 116-114