The Golden State Warriors appear to have ruled out pursuing Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis, according to NBA insiders Tim Bontemps and Anthony Slater.
Bontemps said on Stock Report, via Fadeaway World, “I have thought for a while that Anthony Davis made a lot of sense for the Warriors… However, that is now off the board, I would say. It might be on the board for other teams.”
Slater agreed, adding, “I sense zero appetite for that right now from the Warriors… Not only trading for a guy, but you would very likely trade Draymond Green in that scenario. And it’s like imagine trading Draymond Green for a guy who, like, ‘He might be back around playoff time.’”
Davis, 32, has played 20 games this season for Dallas, averaging 20.4 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 2.1 assists while shooting 50.6 percent from the field. He is sidelined with a hand injury and is not expected back until late February, limiting his trade availability.
The Mavericks currently sit 12th in the Western Conference at 15-25, trailing the Oklahoma City Thunder by 18.5 games. Cooper Flagg has emerged as the team’s leader, averaging 19.1 points and 6.3 rebounds per contest.
Davis’ agent, Rich Paul, has reportedly encouraged the Mavericks to explore trade options ahead of the February 5 deadline, citing contract considerations following a recent long-term extension. Dallas is evaluating offers involving draft picks, young talent, or expiring contracts.
League sources indicate that Atlanta and Toronto are among the potential trade partners. The Hawks, after acquiring CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, have cap flexibility to absorb Davis’ salary. The Raptors, fifth in the Eastern Conference at 25-17, are seeking veteran reinforcements for a playoff push.
Recent injuries, including a groin setback in late December, have lowered Davis’ market value. ESPN’s Shams Charania noted, “The cost is most certainly going to be lower for the Mavs than it was even a month ago when they were hedging that Davis would rack up games and improve his value.”
The Mavericks have emphasized that any trade must meet their threshold for young talent, draft compensation, and financial flexibility. Management could also wait until the offseason to move Davis if the return does not align with the team’s long-term rebuilding plans around Flagg and Kyrie Irving.
