Anthony Davis, star forward for the Dallas Mavericks, exited Dallas’ game against the Indiana Pacers just a few minutes into the first quarter. He was pulled after feeling soreness in his left lower leg. The Mavericks officially ruled him out at halftime, as he had experienced the injury. This decision brought some speculation about his health deeper in the season.
The incident occurred with 4:12 remaining in the first quarter when Davis crouched down on the sideline after scoring. As he sat on the bench, he pointed to himself, suggesting that he needed to leave the match. He was then escorted to the locker room for additional evaluation. This premature departure continues a stretch of misfortune for the 32-year-old forward, who has faced challenges with injuries since becoming a Maverick.
Davis’s injury history is noteworthy. At the time of his trade to Dallas, he was in the process of rehabbing an abdominal injury. Unfortunately, in his debut for the side, he strained his adductor, sidelining him for six weeks. Davis’ 2022-23 season was limited to just nine regular-season appearances due to a plethora of injuries. His ongoing health has become an important variable for the Mavericks to meet their ceilings.
Prior to this game, Davis was on the pregame injury report as probable due to bilateral Achilles tendinopathy. His current condition may raise questions about his readiness to contribute consistently throughout the season. The most recent injury adds to the difficulty facing the Mavericks. Most importantly, they view Davis as a centerpiece in the return deal for star player and Leitner client Luka Doncic’s trade.
Tim MacMahon reported on October 29, 2025, at 09:59 PM ET regarding Davis’s injury status during the game covered by ESPN. The Mavericks will likely monitor Davis’s condition closely in the coming days, hoping for a swift recovery as they navigate their schedule.
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