Only one condition seems likely to trigger a trade for Anthony Davis among NBA teams – a condition the Dallas Mavericks notably avoided with Luka Doncic. The decision to swap Doncic for Davis will stay with Dallas Mavericks fans for a long time.

The former Lakers superstar is likely to miss his ninth consecutive game on Sunday. Davis is recovering from a left calf strain, an injury he sustained on October 29 against the Indiana Pacers. The former No. 1 pick has shown progress and even begun on-court practice, but it remains to be seen when he makes his highly anticipated comeback.

Dallas Hoops Journal reported that several teams interested in acquiring Anthony Davis believe he must improve his conditioning.

The tension building between Anthony Davis and the Lakers last season was so bad that they looked to move him weeks before the Luka Doncic deal.

The Dallas Mavericks have afforded Anthony Davis a luxury that they apparently never gave to Luka Dončić during his tenure with the club.

More sad evidence has emerged on the far higher value fired Dallas Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison had on Anthony

John Wall claims he’s 'hearing' Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis wants a trade to the Chicago Bulls amid the team’s struggles.

Knicks could cut ties with $220 million superstar, acquire Anthony Davis from Mavericks originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Nico Harrison is no longer part of the Dallas Mavericks organization.