Daniel Gafford Fantasy Stats

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Phoenix due to a right shoulder impingement, forcing him to miss both ends of the back-to-back set. His absence should lead to expanded roles for Marvin Bagley III and Dwight Powell. Bagley is the more appealing fantasy option after posting 21 points, nine rebounds and two blocks in 26 minutes off the bench Monday, making him a viable short-term streamer. Powell could also see starting minutes for rebounds, though his limited offensive role caps his upside in most formats.

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (shoulder) is out, and forward/center Marvin Bagley III (shoulder) will play Tuesday against the Clippers, setting up a temporary frontcourt shift. Bagley is expected to start and offers short-term streaming appeal after averaging 13.6 points, 1.4 three-pointers, 4.6 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in 21.0 minutes over his last five games, making him a viable points and rebounds target. Dwight Powell should see backup minutes but remains a deep-league option. Gafford's being out could also mean more small lineups, with Naji Marshall getting an extra run, while Bagley looks like the main fantasy pickup for managers needing late help.

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (shoulder) will not return after suffering a right shoulder injury in Sunday's game against the Lakers and could miss additional time with another game scheduled Tuesday against the Clippers. Marvin Bagley III becomes the top streaming candidate if Gafford sits after producing nine points, four rebounds, one steal, and one block in 22 minutes. Dwight Powell looks like a modest deep-league option as the next man up at center, while P.J. Washington could also pick up extra minutes in smaller lineups.

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (shoulder) is not on the injury report for Friday's matchup with the Orlando Magic. Gafford hurt his right shoulder in Tuesday's loss to Milwaukee, but he has quickly shaken off the injury. The 27-year-old big man can be infuriatingly inconsistent with his performances, but his average numbers were strong in March. Over 11 appearances, he posted 15.1 points and 9.2 rebounds in 23.5 minutes per game. From a fantasy perspective, Orlando tends to be stingy to centers, so Gafford will have a challenging matchup on Friday night.

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (shoulder) is available for Monday's game against Minnesota after missing two contests with a right shoulder sprain. He should immediately reclaim starting duties and push Dwight Powell back to a reserve role. Gafford has averaged 17.4 points, 10.4 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 26.4 minutes over his last five games, giving him solid value in field goal percentage, rebounds, and blocks during the fantasy finals. His return gives Dallas a needed interior presence and makes Powell more of a fringe option only in very deep formats. Gafford should be rostered wherever available.

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (shoulder) has been ruled out for Friday's matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers. The big man will miss his second straight game due to a shoulder injury he sustained during Monday's loss to Golden State. Marvin Bagley III and Dwight Powell will move up the depth chart, with one of them likely drawing the start in Gafford's place. Bagley is the better fantasy option, even if he comes off the bench.

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's clash against the Denver Nuggets. He was initially listed as questionable due to a right shoulder sprain. The big man suffered the injury in Monday's loss to Golden State. Marvin Bagley III and Dwight Powell will move up on the depth chart on Wednesday night, with one of them starting in Gafford's place. Bagley is the better fantasy option, even if he will be part of the second unit.

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Denver after leaving Monday's overtime loss with a right shoulder injury. His availability could affect Dallas' frontcourt rotation if he is unable to play. Marvin Bagley III could see increased minutes after finishing with nine points and three assists in 15 minutes off the bench Monday. Dwight Powell did not play in that contest but could re-enter the rotation if depth is needed. Bagley may be worth a look in deep leagues if Gafford misses time.

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (illness) is available for Wednesday's game against the Hawks after missing three games and should reclaim his usual role in the starting lineup. He posted 22 points, 14 rebounds, one assist, and one block in 27 minutes in his last appearance and provides efficient scoring and rebounding when active. His return likely cuts into Marvin Bagley III's minutes, pushing him back to deep-league status. Gafford shapes up as a strong fantasy option for managers needing rebounds and field-goal percentage, while P.J. Washington could see fewer small-ball center minutes.

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (illness) won't be in the lineup for Monday's tilt against the New Orleans Pelicans. He has been downgraded from doubtful to out due to illness, keeping Gafford sidelined for a second straight game. With Gafford out, P.J. Washington had a big game in the frontcourt against Cleveland on Sunday. Meanwhile, Marvin Bagley III has a clearer route to playing time, but he was only on the court for 16 minutes in Sunday's matchup. Gafford's next chance to return will be Wednesday against the Atlanta Hawks.