Anthony Davis will not play again this season as he focuses on fully recovering before joining the Washington Wizards next year. According to NBA insider Chris Haynes of NBA on Prime Video, the former Mavericks big man is expected to sit out the remainder of the 2025-26 campaign to ensure he is completely healthy for the 2026-27 season.
Injury Timeline and Recent Trade Details
Davis has been sidelined since sustaining a hand injury on January 8 during a game against the Utah Jazz. While he avoided surgery last month, his recovery initially estimated a six-week timeframe, suggesting a potential return by late February. Despite this, the Dallas Mavericks traded Davis just before the NBA trade deadline.
The trade sent Davis to the Wizards alongside Jaden Hardy, D’Angelo Russell, and Dante Exum. In return, the Mavericks acquired Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, Malaki Branham, Marvin Bagley III, along with two first-round and three second-round draft picks. This deal was part of a broader roster reshuffle following the Mavericks’ controversial trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers.
Injury History and Outlook for Washington
During his one year in Dallas, Davis struggled with multiple injuries, playing only 29 of 83 possible games. He entered the Mavericks organization as a 10-time NBA All-Star but was unable to maintain consistent health. Choosing to sit out the rest of this season will provide Davis the opportunity for a clean slate and full recovery before starting fresh with the Wizards.
Looking Ahead to Davis’s Impact with the Wizards
Anthony Davis’s return next season holds hope for the Wizards as they anticipate his contributions once he is completely healthy. His recovery from the hand injury and past physical setbacks will be critical for maximizing his impact. Fans will likely await his debut with cautious optimism, hoping Davis can stay healthy and help elevate Washington’s performance moving forward.
“Looks like fans will have to wait until next season to see Anthony Davis make his debut with the Washington Wizards.” ?Chris Haynes, NBA Insider
BREAKING: Washington Wizards star Anthony Davis (hand, groin) expected to sit out the remainder of the season to fully get healthy for the 2026-27 season, league sources tell me. pic.twitter.com/HKqEL9mBFC
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) February 7, 2026
