Dallas Mavericks' Daniel Gafford Diagnosed with Right Knee Sprain After Kings Game

In the Dallas Mavericks' recent overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings, center Daniel Gafford suffered a right knee sprain that will affect his availability for upcoming games. Gafford was injured during a knee-to-knee collision while setting a screen, which resulted in him being diagnosed with the sprain after the game concluded with a score of 129-128 in favor of the Kings.

This injury adds to the Mavericks' current challenges, as they were already missing key players including Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively, and Dwight Powell due to various injuries. The Mavericks have struggled to maintain their position in the competitive Western Conference and will need to adapt to Gafford's absence in the games ahead.

Additional Context

• Daniel Gafford's injury was confirmed following a collision in the second quarter of the game.
• Prior to the injury, Gafford had been contributing significantly to the team's performance.
• The Mavericks are facing a challenging stretch, following recent trades and injuries that have impacted their roster depth.

The Mavericks will need to evaluate their lineup and strategic options as they prepare for their next matchups in the upcoming weeks.