Daniel Gafford: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NBA News / Dallas Hoops Journal / January 26

NBA Trade Proposal Sends Bennedict Mathurin To Chicago Bulls, Daniel Gafford To Indiana Pacers, Dalen Terry To Dallas Mavericks

A four-team NBA trade proposal sending Bennedict Mathurin to the Chicago Bulls, Daniel Gafford to the Indiana Pacers and Dalen Terry to the Dallas Mavericks has been created.

Dallas Mavericks News / Total Pro Sports / January 26

NBA Rumors: Daniel Gafford Emerges as Prime Trade Candidate as League Interest Builds

The Dallas Mavericks have endured a difficult season, even after adding highly touted Duke prospect Cooper Flagg to the roster. Concerns around the team’s outlook grew following Anthony Davis’ recent injury.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 25

NBA Rumors: Mavericks, Daniel Gafford, Bucks, Kyle Kuzma, Bulls, Coby White

Daniel Gafford is officially in play. Multiple teams have checked in on the Mavericks center, including the Celtics, Hawks, Hornets, Pacers, and Warriors, sources tell Hoops Wire.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 24

Raptors showing trade interest in Domantas Sabonis, Daniel Gafford

The Raptors may not be sitting still. Not with this roster. Not with this opportunity. Toronto has been linked to trade interest in Kings All-Star Domantas Sabonis and Mavericks big man Daniel Gafford, per multiple reports.

NBA News / Dallas Hoops Journal / January 23

Toronto Raptors Interested In Sacramento Kings’ Domantas Sabonis, Dallas Mavericks’ Daniel Gafford

The Toronto Raptors are interested in trading for Sacramento Kings All-Star Domantas Sabonis and Dallas Mavericks big man Daniel Gafford, according to multiple NBA reports.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / January 23

Jason Kidd Confirms Daniel Gafford Ready To Return For Lakers Matchup

They say everyone gets healthy to play the Lakers, and that trend holds true for their matchup against the Mavericks on Saturday. According to head coach Jason Kidd, the veteran big man is good to play tomorrow after managing a lingering right ankle issue.

NBA News / Golden State of Mind / January 22

Warriors vs. Mavericks injury report: Anthony Davis out, Daniel Gafford doubtful

The Golden State Warriors are back in action tonight, and they’re headed to Texas to take on Klay Thompson, Cooper Flagg, and the Dallas Mavericks. It’s the Warriors first game on the road since January 5, and their first out-of-state game since New Year’s Eve.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / January 15

Safer Hawks Trade Option: Daniel Gafford Over Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis trade rumors will always dominate the headline space. Even after the Hawks traded Trae Young to the Washington Wizards, his name keeps popping up as a possible “replacement star” for Atlanta to chase.

NBA News / Dallas Hoops Journal / January 15

3-Team, 5-Player NBA Trade Proposal Sends Daniel Gafford, Klay Thompson To Golden State Warriors, Jonathan Kuminga To Dallas Mavericks

A three-team, five-player NBA trade proposal sending Daniel Gafford and Klay Thompson to the Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga to the Dallas Mavericks has been created.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 14

Daniel Gafford follows Cooper Flagg out of Nuggets clash with ankle injury

The Dallas Mavericks watched Cooper Flagg grab his ankle in agony, ultimately exiting against the Denver Nuggets. Daniel Gafford followed him in quick fashion with his own similar ailment.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / January 14

Dallas Mavericks Getting Trade Calls On Daniel Gafford, Naji Marshall

The Dallas Mavericks are getting trade calls on Daniel Gafford and Naji Marshall, according to NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line. “League sources

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 12

NBA Notes: Hawks, Daniel Gafford, Magic, Franz Wagner, Lakers

Atlanta’s interest in Mavericks big man Anthony Davis has been well established, but the Hawks are also keeping tabs on another Dallas frontcourt piece.

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NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / January 11

Boston Celtics latest to show interest in Dallas Mavericks trade target

The Dallas Mavericks are expected to explore the trade market for a lot of their veterans, but arguably no one has more value than center Daniel Gafford.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 10

Daniel Gafford reacts to Mavericks’ ‘tough blow’ of Anthony Davis injury

Anthony Davis sustained a hand injury that could require surgery. Regardless, the Dallas Mavericks are expected to be without the star forward for six weeks to several months, depending on whether or not he needs surgery.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 1

Report: Hawks express interest in Mavericks’ Daniel Gafford

The Hawks are exploring options up front, and one name that has surfaced is Daniel Gafford. According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, Atlanta has expressed interest in the Mavericks big man as Kristaps Porzingis continues to battle an illness that has kept him out for extended stretches.

Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 3

Mavericks’ Daniel Gafford ruled out for rest of Heat game with ankle injury

After missing the last two games because of a right ankle injury, Dallas Mavericks big man Daniel Gafford returned to action for Wednesday’s game against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Center.

Dallas Mavericks News / Last Word On Sports / November 28

Coveted Mavericks Big Man Is Drawing Heavy Deadline Interest

As the trade‑deadline looms, Daniel Gafford has emerged as one of the most discussed big‑man targets around the league. According to Evan Sidery, Gafford is widely considered among the most “tradable” players on the Dallas Mavericks roster.

Dallas Mavericks News / Field Level Media / November 16

Daniel Gafford helps push Mavericks past Blazers in OT

Daniel Gafford's contributions on both ends of the floor proved critical down the stretch, as the Dallas Mavericks snapped a three-game losing skid and avoided a winless homestand with their 138-133 overtime defeat of the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / November 9

Mavs reportedly not interested in trading Daniel Gafford

While the Dallas Mavericks have anticipated trade inquiries on Daniel Gafford ever since they signed the veteran center to a three-year, $54M extension in the offseason, they have shown no interest in moving him to this point, reports Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

Dallas Mavericks News / EssentiallySports / November 8

What Happened to Daniel Gafford? Another Mavericks Big Goes Down vs Grizzlies

The last thing the Mavericks needed right now was another injury. But troubles have a way of manifesting in Dallas. On a crucial game against the equally struggling Memphis Grizzlies, the Mavericks lost a key player.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / November 1

Mavs' Daniel Gafford to make season debut against Pistons

Mavericks center Daniel Gafford will make his 2025-26 season debut on Saturday in Mexico City against Detroit, he told reporters, including Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News and Christian Clark of The Athletic.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / October 1

Mavericks center to miss multiple weeks with injury

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford is expected to be sidelined for two to three weeks after rolling his ankle.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / July 13

Details revealed for Daniel Gafford's new contract with Mavericks

Daniel Gafford signed his new contract extension with the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday night, locking him in for the next four seasons. Or did it? There