Dallas Mavericks DVOA, Stats, & NBA Rankings

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (thumb) is expected to play on Monday versus the Philadelphia 76ers. The former Net is listed as probable after missing his previous six games because of a right thumb sprain. Irving continues to be a productive fantasy asset. However, Irving has missed plenty of time throughout the 2023-24 campaign, so it's been a constant issue for fantasy managers. Of course, he should be back in all fantasy lineups. At any rate, Irving's expected return should mean fewer minutes and scoring opportunities for Derrick Jones Jr., Josh Green, and Jaden Hardy. It might also mean fewer offensive chances for Luka Doncic, who's scored at least 40 points in each of his previous two games.

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) and center Anthony Davis (Achilles) are both active ahead of Saturday's game against the New York Knicks. Both players are back in the mix after sitting out of Thursday's contest. The return of these players means that Jaxson Hayes will head back to the bench. Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) was starting for James, but he suffered an injury during Thursday's game. As a result, Vanderbilt will miss time, which should mean more minutes for Rui Hachimura and Hayes in the rotation. Fantasy managers can get James and Davis back in their lineups for Saturday.

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (thumb) has been officially ruled out ahead of Saturday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. This doesn't come as a shock considering Irving was listed as doubtful heading into this game. The good news is, Irving reportedly had a few good days at practice and should be ready for Monday's game. In the meantime, Tim Hardaway Jr. and Josh Green will have extended roles in the rotation. Between the two, Hardaway is the better streaming option, but both have value for Saturday's slate.

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (thumb) is listed as doubtful heading into Saturday's meeting with Milwaukee. Irving remains one of the NBA's most productive statistical performers, averaging 25.2 points and shooting 41.1% from behind the arc. Yet, he's missed 21 games so far this season, with his most recent ailment, a thumb sprain, keeping him off the floor for the last five games. Fortunately for Dallas, Luka Doncic (ankle) is off the injury report, which will help lessen the blow. Irving's anticipated absence should also mean more scoring chances for Tim Hardaway Jr., Jaden Hardy, and Josh Green.

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (Achilles) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's game against the New York Knicks. Both Davis and LeBron James (ankle) were forced to sit out on Thursday. That resulted in Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) and Jaxson Hayes moving into the starting unit. Sadly, Vanderbilt wasn't able to finish the contest and is now expected to miss multiple weeks. The Lakers would be extremely shorthanded if both Davis and James miss Saturday's game. That being said, Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes could be asked to take on heavy roles. Fantasy managers will have to check back on Saturday for another update on their status.