Daniel Gafford Injury Status Update for March 18th, 2026
The Mavericks got some good news today — Daniel Gafford has been cleared and is officially available to play. Daniel had previously been listed as Questionable, so his return to the lineup is a welcome development for the Mavericks.
Daniel Gafford Season Averages
The Mavericks get back a player who has been producing at a high level this season. In 46 games, Daniel is averaging 8.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 1.0 assists in 21.5 minutes per game.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21.5 | 8.6 | 6.6 | 1.0 | 5.3 |
Mavericks Performance With & Without Daniel Gafford
The numbers tell a clear story about Daniel's value to the Mavericks. With Daniel in the lineup this season, the team is 10-35. Without him, they've gone 11-7. The Mavericks's net rating is 5.9 points better per 100 possessions when Daniel plays, which is a substantial gap. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (108.4 vs 112.2 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 10-35 | 11-7 | — |
| Off Rating | 108.4 | 112.2 | +3.8 |
| Def Rating | 114.6 | 112.4 | -2.2 |
| Net Rating | -6.2 | -0.3 | +5.9 |
| PPG | 111.9 | 115.8 | +3.9 |
Teammate Usage Shift With Daniel Gafford Back
With Daniel back in the lineup, some teammates will see their usage decrease. Players like Jeremiah Robinson-Earl and Dwight Powell are likely to see reduced touches and shot attempts as the offense flows through Daniel again.
PPG: -5.5 | FGA: -4.3 | MPG: -11.4 | RPG: -2.5
MPG: -7.8
Daniel Gafford Betting Trends
With Daniel returning to the lineup, bettors should be aware of how the Mavericks have performed with him on the floor this season. Here are the key trends:
💰 Betting Trends (with Gafford) Mavericks UNDER: 28-17 (+9.4u, 232.0 / -110 avg. line) P.J. Washington 3PM UNDER: 24-10 (+8.9u, 1.5 / -134 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Daniel Gafford's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
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Daniel is expected to resume his normal role in the lineup tonight. Stay tuned for more injury updates and lineup news for the Mavericks and the rest of the league.