Gafford out with knee sprain as Mavs' depth thins
Briefly

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford has sustained a right knee sprain and will be reassessed in two weeks. This injury compounds issues for a beleaguered Mavericks frontcourt, which has already been hit by injuries to other key players, including newly acquired Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II, and Dwight Powell. Gafford left Monday's overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings after just 10 minutes of play. With the loss of multiple big men, second-year player Olivier-Maxence Prosper has taken on the center role, as the team struggles to maintain its position in the competitive Western Conference.
Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford suffered a right knee sprain and will be re-evaluated within two weeks, adding to the team’s injury woes.
Following the shocking trade that sent superstar Luka Doncic to the Lakers, the Mavericks struggle with injuries to their frontcourt.
Second-year player Olivier-Maxence Prosper stepped up at center after Gafford’s injury, while P.J. Washington might return as a small-ball option.
Dallas currently ranks eighth in the Western Conference as they cope with multiple injuries to key players.
Read at ESPN.com
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