"The Anthony Davis era is over in Dallas barely a year after the Mavericks shocked the NBA by trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for a package headlined by the 10-time All-Star. Having reoriented their roster around No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg, the Mavericks prioritized cap flexibility 12 months after former GM Nico Harrison argued that Davis' two-way stardom made him a better bet to lead a Dallas championship run than Doncic."
"How might the new-look Wizards come together in 2026-27? And what's next for the Mavericks as they try to support Flagg with younger talent? Let's break down the tentacles of this unexpected move. Dallas Mavericks get: F Khris Middleton G AJ Johnson G Malaki Branham F Marvin Bagley III 2026 first-round pick (from OKC) 2030 first-round pick (from GS, top-20 protected) 2026 second-round pick (from PHX) 2027 second-round pick (from CHI) 2029 second-round pick (from HOU)"
Anthony Davis was traded out of Dallas roughly a year after being acquired, as the Mavericks shifted roster construction to prioritize cap flexibility and building around No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg. The Mavericks shed roughly $120 million of Davis' remaining contract and received role players Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, Malaki Branham, Marvin Bagley III and multiple future draft picks. The Washington Wizards acquired Davis to pair with Trae Young and several young assets, including 2024 first-round picks Kyshawn George and Alex Sarr. The trade raises questions about Washington's 2026-27 chemistry and Dallas' plan to support Flagg with younger talent, and the Mavericks receive a B grade based on Davis' market and injury concerns.
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