Daniel Gafford
C DAL
Wed 3/4/26 2:42 PM

Gafford accumulated 10 points (5-8 FG), six rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 22 minutes during Tuesday's 117-90 loss to the Hornets.
EDGE Analysis
Gafford put together a solid outing, but he continues to have his minutes dialed back. Over his last 11 games, he's averaging 22.4 minutes per contest with 8.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.5 blocks. There's been no indication that his minutes will trend up.

Daniel Gafford
C DAL
Fri 2/27/26 1:39 PM

Gafford (ankle) is off the injury report for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.
EDGE Analysis
With Marvin Bagley (neck) out, Gafford could push for minutes near the 30s at center. Gafford has averaged 8.7 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.4 blocks in 23.7 minutes per contest in his last 10 games, shooting 61.8 percent from the field.

Daniel Gafford
C DAL
Thu 2/26/26 6:47 PM

Gafford is out for Thursday's game against the Kings due to right ankle injury management, per Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports.
EDGE Analysis
It's possible the Mavericks have an eye toward Gafford suiting up Friday against Memphis. Marvin Bagley is the most likely candidate to replace Gafford in the starting lineup and makes sense as a plug-and-play fantasy option Thursday.

Daniel Gafford
C DAL
Wed 2/25/26 6:22 PM

Gafford (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the Kings.
EDGE Analysis
It appears as though Gafford will sit out of the front end of the Mavericks' back-to-back set while managing a right ankle injury, but he should be available to play against the Grizzlies on Friday. Marvin Bagley figures to step into the starting center spot if Gafford is ruled out for Thursday's contest.

Daniel Gafford
C DAL
Tue 2/24/26 6:20 PM

Gafford (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Nets.
EDGE Analysis
Gafford has been a mainstay on the injury report of late due to a right ankle injury but will shed his questionable tag and suit up Tuesday. The big man has started 10 consecutive games for Dallas, averaging 9.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.2 combined steals-plus-blocks and 1.3 assists in 24.1 minutes per tilt over that stretch.

Daniel Gafford
C DAL
Mon 2/23/26 5:13 PM

Gafford (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Brooklyn.
EDGE Analysis
Gafford has been a regular on the injury report of late due to a right ankle issue, though he's suited up in each of Dallas' past 11 games. The Arkansas product has started the previous 10 contests and would be expected to retain that role if active, with Marvin Bagley and Dwight Powell candidates to step into the starting five should Gafford be ruled out.

Daniel Gafford
C DAL
Sun 2/22/26 4:03 PM

Gafford (ankle) is available for Sunday's game in Indiana.
EDGE Analysis
Gafford was able to get through his pregame routine without issue, so he'll continue to power through the ankle issue. With Gafford active, Dwight Powell could have a tough time getting into the rotation.

Daniel Gafford
C DAL
Sat 2/21/26 4:22 PM

Gafford is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pacers due to right ankle injury management.
EDGE Analysis
Gafford has been managing a right ankle injury since mid-January and is in jeopardy of missing Sunday's game. Marvin Bagley would be the top candidate to start at center and Dwight Powell would have an elevated role off the bench if Gafford is unable to play. Gafford has averaged 8.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.5 blocks over 23.5 minutes per game over his last 10 outings.

Daniel Gafford
C DAL
Sat 2/21/26 1:57 AM

Gafford closed with eight points (4-7 FG), five rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals over 24 minutes during Friday's 122-111 loss to the Timberwolves.
EDGE Analysis
Gafford continued to play through an ankle concern, yet finished with a serviceable two-way performance. Despite the ongoing injury, Gafford has now played in 10 straight games, averaging 8.6 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.4 combined steals and blocks in 23.5 minutes per contest. While his ceiling is limited, Gafford should be rostered in all formats, specifically for those in need of rebounds and blocks.

Daniel Gafford
C DAL
Fri 2/20/26 6:20 PM

Gafford (ankle) is available for Friday's game in Minnesota.
EDGE Analysis
Gafford will push through the pain and make himself available for Friday's game, so make sure you've got him active. Through five February outings, Gafford has recorded averages of 8.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 2.0 blocks per game.