Trading Daniel Gafford may be a good short-term decision, but without a feasible center on the floor, the Mavericks could severely suffer.
Following the news that Anthony Davis damaged ligaments in his hand and could miss the remainder of the regular season, fan-favorite center Daniel Gafford instantly vaulted into one of the team's most tradable assets. Surrounded by names like Naji Marshall and Klay Thompson, Gafford is one of the few Mavs who could be looked at as a positive asset if the Mavericks do decide to enter a full tanking mode in the hopes of acquiring a better 2026 draft pick.