The Dallas Mavericks are expected to miss several crucial players for their upcoming game against the Sacramento Kings on Thursday. The latest Daniel Gafford injury update reveals that the center is listed as doubtful due to ongoing right ankle management, while forward P.J. Washington has been ruled out with a left ankle sprain. This leaves questions about the team’s lineup for the matchup.
Details on Player Injuries from Recent Games
Washington suffered his ankle injury late during Dallas’ 123-114 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday when he appeared to roll his left ankle while attempting to catch a pass from Marvin Bagley inside the paint. Rookie standout Cooper Flagg remains sidelined due to a left midfoot sprain and will miss his fifth straight game, having last played on February 10 against the Phoenix Suns.
In addition, forward Khris Middleton exited Tuesday’s game after sustaining a right shoulder stinger from contact in the second quarter. He is now questionable for the clash with Sacramento. Meanwhile, Ryan Nembhard, Moussa Cisse, and Miles Kelly are all listed as questionable, further complicating Dallas’s player availability.
Implications for the Mavericks Moving Forward
With multiple key contributors either out or uncertain for Thursday’s game, the Mavericks face a challenging test against the Kings. The injuries disrupt team rotation and could affect Dallas’s performance and strategy. Fans and analysts will be closely monitoring updates on Daniel Gafford injury update and the condition of other players as the game approaches, with hopes for a quicker return to full strength in upcoming matches.
#Mavs rookie Cooper Flagg (left midfoot sprain) remains out for tomorrow’s game against the #Kings.
PJ Washington is also out due to a left ankle sprain.
Daniel Gafford (right ankle injury management) is doubtful.
Khris Middleton, Ryan Nembhard, Moussa Cisse & Miles Kelly are…
— Mike Curtis (@MikeACurtis2) February 25, 2026
