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On YouTubeDallas Mavericks News / Sporting News / October 22
Why Daniel Gafford isn't playing tonight for Mavs with injury news 
The center depth chart is light.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22
Mavericks’ season opener vs. Spurs comes with crucial question mark at center
The Dallas Mavericks are set to begin the season on Wednesday night against the San Antonio Spurs in what projects to be a competitive clash. While the Spurs have their center situation ready to go with Victor Wembanyama leading the way, the Mavs have uncertainty at the position.
Dallas Mavericks News / Athlon Sports / October 21
Mavericks Announce Daniel Gafford Injury Update Before Spurs Game
The Dallas Mavericks certainly made their fair share of headlines over the past year, going from trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in February to miraculously getting the No.
The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the last players to reach the half-century mark in points for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / October 20
Daniel Gafford is nearing his return from injury
The Dallas Mavericks starting center conundrum was solved on the first day of training camp, when Daniel Gafford suffered an ankle injury that has kept him out of action throughout the preseason.
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 19
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Daniel Gafford, Bucks, Wizards, Dillon Jones
Daniel Gafford might be ready for opening night after all. Per Dallas Hoops Journal’s Grant Afseth, head coach Jason Kidd said that the Mavericks center, who sprained his ankle on the first day of camp, has made steady progress and could be available Wednesday against the Spurs.
Dallas Mavericks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 18
Jason Kidd refuses to rule Daniel Gafford out for Mavericks season opener
As the Dallas Mavericks prepare to begin the 2025-26 NBA season, head coach Jason Kidd says the team has not ruled out center Daniel Gafford for opening night.
Dallas Mavericks News / Mavs Moneyball / October 16
What is Daniel Gafford’s role with the Mavericks upon his return from this ankle injury?
Daniel Gafford is the recent recipient of a three-year, $54 million contract extension, which kicks in for the 2026-27 season and keeps him paid through 2028-29.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 15
Why Mavericks need $68 million center to perform
Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford is expected to be a key piece to the frontcourt this season as he learns how to play alongside Anthony Davis. Gafford, 27, is already extended through the 2028-29 season with the Mavs, so they view him as a key part of their future.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / October 2
Dallas Mavericks already dealt big injury blow to start training camp
The Dallas Mavericks started training camp in Vancouver on Tuesday in preparation for the 2025-26 season. Unfortunately, they've already suffered a big blow to their rotation as a new injury has been revealed.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 2
NBA Notes: Sixers, Joel Embiid, Mavs, Daniel Gafford, Wizards
The 76ers’ hopes, as usual, hinge on the health of Joel Embiid. Head coach Nick Nurse said there are encouraging signs early in camp as the reigning MVP works his way back, via PHLY Sports.
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.
Dallas Mavericks News / Total Apex Sports / August 23
Daniel Gafford Looks To Take Next Step During 2025-26 Season
Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford looks to take the next step during the 2025-26 NBA season. Here’s what you need to know about Gafford, 26, ahead of the new season, including the expected changes and the details of the $54 million contract he signed this past summer.
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 16
How will Daniel Gafford fit into deep Mavericks frontcourt?
For all of the controversy that marred the 2024-25 season for the Dallas Mavericks, the franchise is attempting to move on as it enters the Cooper Flagg era.
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
Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Hoops Journal / July 13
Daniel Gafford Signs Three-Year, $54.4 Million Contract Extension with Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks made it official on Saturday, announcing they’ve signed center Daniel Gafford to a multi-year contract extension while he was with the team in Las Vegas for NBA Summer League.
Duke Blue Devils News / Yardbarker / June 24
Three moves the Mavericks need to make for the Cooper Flagg era
The Dallas Mavericks are going directly from the Luka Doncic era to the Cooper Flagg era, when they're expected to make the Duke freshman the No. 1 pick in Wednesday's NBA Draft.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / June 24
Lakers Target Daniel Gafford Still Trade Eligible After Signing Extension With Mavericks
The Los Angeles Lakers figure to be heavily involved in the center market this offseason. They are in need of a starting-caliber big man — and maybe even a back-up too — but with limited resources to make it happen.
Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / June 23
Daniel Gafford, Mavericks Agree To Three-Year Contract Extension
Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford plans to sign a three-year, $54 million contract extension that will keep him in Dallas through the 2028-29 season, according to multiple reports.
Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 23
Mavericks ink Daniel Gafford to a huge three-year extension
The Dallas Mavericks brought out their checkbook to keep Daniel Gafford in Texas.
Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / June 23
Mavericks, Daniel Gafford agree to big contract extension
Mavericks center Daniel Gafford intends to sign a three-year contract extension, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports.
Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / June 15
Mavericks player destroys fan with windmill dunk at local gym
Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford just taught a local gym goer a valuable lesson in staying humble. Gafford recently visited a gym in the Dallas County suburb of DeSoto, Texas.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / June 4
Lakers may face a dilemma when evaluating major team need
The Los Angeles Lakers' top priority this offseason has been no secret. After falling to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the playoffs, it's clear that the Lakers need help defending the paint if they want to contend.
Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / February 14
Mavericks' Daniel Gafford expected to miss six weeks with MCL sprain
Mavericks center Daniel Gafford has been diagnosed with a Grade 3 MCL sprain in his right knee and is expected to be sidelined for six weeks, sources tell Shams Charania and Tim MacMahon of ESPN.
Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / February 11
Mavericks' injury situation worsens with more bad news
The injury news just keeps getting worse for the Mavericks.
Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / February 12
Mavericks in danger of missing playoffs following yet another significant injury
The Mavericks now having approximately zero healthy rotation-caliber centers is a significant issue.
Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / February 10
Mavericks dealt another brutal injury blow during Monday's game
The Dallas Mavericks just cannot catch a break when it comes to injuries.
Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / January 18
Mavericks reportedly making key starter from Finals team available for trade
Less than a year after he helped them make the NBA Finals, the Dallas Mavericks could be parting ways with their starting center.
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