Mavericks' Anthony Davis Expected in Play-In Game Against Kings

The Dallas Mavericks will face the Sacramento Kings in the NBA Play-In Tournament on Wednesday night, with Dallas entering as the 10th seed. The Kings have won all three regular-season matchups this year, but the Mavericks are relatively healthy for this crucial game. Kyrie Irving and Olivier-Maxence Prosper are officially ruled out for Dallas, while Anthony Davis, who has been dealing with a left adductor strain, is listed as probable and expected to play after missing the regular-season finale. Davis averaged strong numbers in April and will be a key player for Dallas' chances. Sacramento will be without Jake LaRavia and Malik Monk, though Monk could return if the team advances. The winner of this elimination game will keep their postseason hopes alive.