Cold hard truth Mavericks will quickly face about fragile title dreams

Dallas Mavericks, Anthony Davis | Justin Ford/GettyImagesThe Dallas Mavericks enter the 2025-26 season with so many questions. For starters, fans wonder if D'Angelo Russell can hold the fort down until Kyrie Irving comes back. His ability to lead the offense and overcome his past struggles will be important if Dallas hopes to make the playoffs. So, can Russell revert to his 2019 All-Star form, or will Dallas be in trouble?

Although he isn't the only question mark. Anthony Davis' health will always be a key concern. Dirk Nowitzki recently mentioned Davis' health as one of the deciding factors for the Mavs' success. The Mavs legend, though, might be on to something. Davis played in just nine…