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Daniel Gafford Fantasy Stats

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Center #21

Healthy
Height / Weight 6'10"  /  265 lbs.
Date of Birth (Age) Oct 1, 1998 (27)
Experience 6 seasons
College Arkansas

2025-26 Rankings

Preseason C35
Current C31

Season Stats

SEASON TEAM POS GP FPTS/G MIN PTS REB AST BLK STL FG% FT% 3P% FTM 2PM 3PM TOV DDBL TDBL
2019-20CHIPF4311.814.25.12.50.51.30.370.153.30.72.20.00.700
2020-21WASPF5416.614.67.04.30.51.40.568.466.71.32.90.00.820
2021-22WASPF7221.220.09.45.70.91.40.469.569.90.01.54.00.00.980
2022-23WASPF7820.620.69.05.61.11.30.473.267.91.63.70.01.1100
2023-24DALC7428.524.511.07.61.62.10.972.567.41.64.70.01.0150
2024-25DALC5726.921.512.36.81.41.80.470.268.92.45.00.01.280
2025-26DALC4622.221.58.66.61.01.30.864.174.31.83.40.01.280
Career 424 21.7 20.0 9.2 5.7 1.0 1.5 0.5 70.2 68.0 0.0 1.6 3.8 0.0 1.0 51 0

Game Log

TEAM OPP POS FPTS GS MIN PTS REB AST BLK STL FG% FT% 3P% FTM 2PM 3PM TOV DDBL TDBL
Feb 10, 2026 DALPHOC15.0116:5844031100.0020400
Feb 12, 2026 DALLALC12.0127:552611050.0010200
Feb 20, 2026 DALMINC23.2123:418512257.1040100
Feb 22, 2026 DALINDC20.5121:568620142.950.0230000
Feb 24, 2026 DALBKNC19.5116:359411160.0100.0330000
Feb 27, 2026 DALMEMC23.2120:0614502087.50.0070200
Mar 1, 2026 DALOKCC21.2121:558720133.3100.0230100
Mar 3, 2026 DALCHAC26.0121:3010621262.5050100
Mar 5, 2026 DALORLC34.8124:52121312083.350.0250110
Mar 8, 2026 DALTORC42.2123:202111310100.0100.01100110
Last 10 23.8 10 21:53 9.6 6.7 1.3 1.3 0.8 67.2 66.7 1.0 4.3 0.0 1.3 2 0

Daniel Gafford News

Daniel Gafford  • C  •  Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Ready to Rock Sunday

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) has been removed from the injury report and will return to the lineup on Sunday against the Toronto Raptors. Gafford has been nursing a right ankle injury and didn't play on Friday against Boston as Dallas wrapped up a back-to-back set. With Gafford and Marvin Bagley (neck) out, Moussa Cisse entered the rotation on Friday, logging 26 minutes off the bench. He could be out of the lineup again on Sunday. Gafford produced a double-double in his last appearance and has averaged 9.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.1 blocks, and 1.0 steals since the All-Star break.
2 days ago   
Daniel Gafford  • C  •  Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Won't Play on Friday

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's game against the Boston Celtics. As expected, Gafford will head to the sideline after being listed as doubtful for this game due to an ankle injury. This is likely the Mavs being cautious with Gafford after he played 25 minutes during Thursday's contest. The expectation is that Gafford will be back for Sunday's game, but fantasy managers should check back for an update this weekend. The Mavs are thin at the center spot, which means Dwight Powell and Moussa Cisse could play heavy minutes. Powell could be worth a look as a deep league streaming option on Friday.
3 days ago   
Daniel Gafford  • C  •  Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Ruled Out Thursday vs. Kings

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) will sit out Thursday's game against Sacramento due to right ankle injury management. With P.J. Washington (ankle) also sidelined, Dallas is thin up front. Marvin Bagley III is the clear streaming target after posting 22 points, five rebounds, and one assist in 20 minutes off the bench in the last win. He should approach 24 to 28 minutes if inserted into the starting group. Naji Marshall and Khris Middleton could see added frontcourt usage, while Bagley profiles as a short-term points and rebounds boost.
Feb 26   
Daniel Gafford  • C  •  Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Doubtful Versus Kings

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) is doubtful for Thursday's matchup against Sacramento as he manages a right ankle injury. With Dallas on a back-to-back, the expectation is that Gafford could return Friday against Memphis, but he is unlikely to suit up in this opener. Marvin Bagley III is positioned to start after producing 22 points and five rebounds in 20 minutes last game. Bagley becomes a short-term streaming option, while Naji Marshall and Max Christie could absorb added rebounding chances if Gafford sits.
Feb 26   
Daniel Gafford  • C  •  Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Active Tuesday

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) is available to suit up against the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday. Gafford will play in his 12th straight game despite dealing with a right ankle injury. The 27-year-old has been on a solid run recently, averaging 9.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in 24.1 minutes across 10 consecutive starts, making him a viable streaming option for tonight's clash in Brooklyn.
Feb 24   
Daniel Gafford  • C  •  Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Leaves Game with Ankle Issue

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) will not return to Thursday's game against the Lakers. He finished with two points, six rebounds, and one block in 28 minutes before being ruled out late in a 124-104 loss. Dallas is already thin in the frontcourt, so any missed time would tighten the rotation. Marvin Bagley III logged 20 minutes and has produced 16 points and 12 rebounds in one of his last three games, giving him short-term streaming appeal. P.J. Washington could also absorb more small-ball center minutes if needed.
Feb 13   
Daniel Gafford  • C  •  Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Set to Play vs. San Antonio

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) has been upgraded from questionable to available for Thursday's game against San Antonio after managing a sprained right ankle. The clearance is a positive sign given his recent workload and the Mavericks' thin frontcourt. Gafford has started his last two games and delivered back-to-back double-doubles, averaging 13.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, 1.0 assists, and 1.0 blocks in 26.5 minutes while shooting 73.3 percent from the field. With Anthony Davis (finger) no longer in Dallas, Gafford's role carries strong streamer value with mid-tier hold appeal, though ankle management remains a risk.
Feb 5   
Daniel Gafford  • C  •  Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Expected to Play Saturday vs. Lakers

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) is probable for Saturday's game against the Lakers as he manages a right ankle sprain, which matters for a Dallas frontcourt thinned further with Anthony Davis (finger) still sidelined. When available, Gafford has handled interior responsibilities and averaged 6.2 points and 9.0 rebounds in 21.9 minutes over his last five appearances. That role keeps him relevant for rebounds and blocks if his minutes hold. Dwight Powell's fantasy appeal takes a hit, while Gafford carries moderate upside tied to health and workload.
Jan 24   
Daniel Gafford  • C  •  Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Won't Suit Up on Thursday

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) is ruled out ahead of Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. This marks the fourth game in a row that Gafford has missed due to a right ankle sprain. His absence should continue to mean extended playing time for Dwight Powell and Moussa Cisse in the rotation. Fantasy managers will need to check back on Saturday to see if Gafford gets cleared for that one. Cisse has been the better fantasy option between the two big men lately. The rookie center has averaged nearly a double-double during each of his last three games. Fantasy managers in need of help ahead of Thursday's slate should consider streaming Cisse until Gafford returns.
Jan 22   
Daniel Gafford  • C  •  Mavericks

Daniel Gafford Downgraded to Doubtful Thursday Against Golden State

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford (ankle) was downgraded from questionable to doubtful for Thursday night's home game against the Warriors. Gafford has missed three straight games with his right ankle sprain and doesn't look likely to return Thursday. With Anthony Davis (finger) also sidelined, Dwight Powell and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl will likely get most of the playing time in the middle, although Moussa Cisse (illness) was upgraded from questionable to probable and will probably be able to serve as Powell's primary backup against Golden State.
Jan 22   
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