Daniel Gafford Out For Six Weeks With MCL Sprain, Mavericks Face Pelicans on February 21

Daniel Gafford is out for at least six weeks due to a Grade 3 MCL sprain in his knee. This injury comes after he had been dealing with previous knee issues earlier this month.

This season, Gafford has played 50 games, averaging 12.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game. His absence will affect the Mavericks as they prepare to face the New Orleans Pelicans on February 21, while players like Kessler Edwards and Olivier-Maxence Prosper may see increased roles in the lineup.