The trade market for Anthony Davis has cooled noticeably for the Dallas Mavericks, with the Atlanta Hawks and Toronto Raptors stepping back from serious discussions after previously being viewed as the most motivated suitors, via Jake Fischer.
Interest declined following last week’s news that Davis will miss at least six weeks due to ligament damage in his left hand.
The 32-year-old is owed $58.5 million next season and holds a $62.8 million player option for 2027/28, factors that further complicate his market.
When available, Davis has been productive, averaging 20.4 points, 11.1 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.7 blocks across 20 games this season.
His 21.6 player efficiency rating is in line with his output after last year’s blockbuster trade from the Los Angeles Lakers for Luka Doncic.
Dallas acquired Davis as the centerpiece of that deal but has struggled to remain competitive amid his injury absences.
Toronto had explored potential trades despite concerns about Davis’ durability and upcoming extension eligibility.
The Mavericks must now decide whether to shut Davis down for the rest of the season to improve their draft position or wait until the offseason, when his trade value may rebound.
Dallas does not control its own first-round pick again until 2031, making the 2026 draft especially important as the team looks to add high-end talent to its rebuild around Cooper Flagg.
Anthony Davis Trade Market Cools As Hawks, Raptors Step Back From Talks https://t.co/P3mO9NiodN
— RealGM (@RealGM) January 22, 2026
