After weeks of absence, Anthony Davis returned to help the Dallas Mavericks beat the Brooklyn Nets. Before the game, Jason Kidd praised Davis for his hard work and dedication during recovery, highlighting his efforts to return early.

The Mavericks acquired the 10-time All-Star along with Max Christie for Luka Doncic just before the trade deadline. However, he got injured against the Houston Rockets in his first game with the team, leaving the contest after notching 26 points (10-18 FG, 2-2 3 PT) with 16 rebounds, seven assists, and three blocks.

Anthony Davis wasn’t supposed to be back. Not this season. Not with the Dallas Mavericks falling apart at the seams, barely holding onto the final Western Conference play-in spot. But here we are, Davis is back against the Brooklyn Nets after missing six weeks with an adductor injury.