NBA Rumors: Anthony Davis has a new suitor as Mavs reportedly consider trade

Throughout this season, Anthony Davis has consistently been a fixture in trade rumors. Following the Dallas Mavericks‘ announcement of significant upcoming changes, Davis has surfaced as a potential candidate for departure from the organization.

According to Jamal Collier of ESPN, the Chicago Bulls are setting their sights on Davis. “The Bulls have had internal discussions about how to proceed, including conversations about Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis,” Collier reported.

Collier also revealed that the Bulls have already evaluated how Davis could bolster their roster, particularly on defense. “They believe that Davis could help the team’s porous rim protection and defensive interior,” wrote Collier.

Regarding the rumors, Anthony Davis shared his perspective through a major statement after making a return from injury. Given this context, the rumors involving Davis may hint at the Mavericks’ strategy for the rest of the regular season, as they currently hold a 6-15 record.

Anthony Davis #3 of the Dallas Mavericks

Davis’ potential fit within the Bulls

Defense has been a major talking point for the Bulls. Although they have prioritized defensive rebounds this season—ranking 11th in the league with a 74% success rate—they lack a crucial piece to improve their effective field goal percentage (eFG%), which is currently at .537, placing them 13th in the league.

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Adding Davis could significantly enhance this aspect of their game, though several challenges remain. One primary concern is Davis’s injury history. If Chicago manages this effectively, Davis could potentially elevate its metrics and contribute to improving its 9-10 record.

Mavs’ reported strategy involving Flagg and Irving

With speculation that Davis is a top candidate for departure from the Mavericks, other rumors are also circulating about the team’s strategy for the rest of the season.

As per Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, discussions among executives suggest the Mavericks could be planning to build a new team around Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving. Consequently, not only might Davis be available for trade, but players like Naji Marshall, Klay Thompson, and Max Christie, among others, could also be on the block.