The Golden State Warriors appear to have ruled out pursuing Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis, according to NBA insiders Tim Bontemps and Anthony Slater.
Bontemps continued Inventory reportvia Blurred world“I thought for a while that Anthony Davis made a lot of sense for the Warriors… But that’s off the board now, I would say. It might be on the board for other teams.”
Slater agreed, adding, “I don’t feel the appetite for that right now with the Warriors… Not just trading for a guy, but in that scenario you would most likely trade Draymond Green. And it’s like trading Draymond Green for a guy saying, ‘He might be back around playoff time.'”
Davis, 32, played 20 games for Dallas this season, averaging 20.4 points, 11.1 rebounds and 2.1 assists while shooting 50.6 percent from the field. He is sidelined with a hand injury and isn’t expected back until late February, limiting his trade availability.
The Mavericks currently sit 12th in the Western Conference at 15-25 and are 18.5 games behind the Oklahoma City Thunder. Cooper Flagg has emerged as the team’s leader, averaging 19.1 points and 6.3 rebounds per game.
Davis’ agent, Rich Paul, has reportedly encouraged the Mavericks to explore trade options ahead of the Feb. 5 deadline, citing contract considerations following a recent long-term extension. Dallas is evaluating offers related to draft picks, young talent or expiring contracts.
League sources indicate that Atlanta and Toronto are among the potential trade partners. The Hawks, after acquiring CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, have maximum flexibility to absorb Davis’ salary. The Raptors, fifth in the Eastern Conference at 25-17, are looking for experienced additions for a playoff push.
Recent injuries, including a groin strain in late December, have lowered Davis’ market value. ESPN’s Shams Charania noted, “The cost will most certainly be lower for the Mavs than it was a month ago, when they hedged on Davis winning games and improving his value.”
The Mavericks have emphasized that each industry must meet the threshold for young talent, compensation and financial flexibility. Management could also wait until the offseason to move Davis if the return doesn’t align with the team’s long-term plans to rebuild around Flagg and Kyrie Irving.
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