Speculation surrounding the career of Daniel Gafford appears to have concluded, with reports breaking that he’s agreed to a new deal with the Dallas Mavericks.

Gafford’s New Deal

There has been a lot of talk about how the Mavericks might approach the upcoming NBA Draft. However, the in-house staff have been working hard in the background to ensure the team’s roster is as strong as it can be.

Reports have now emerged that suggest the Mavericks have managed to secure the future of 26-year-old Gafford. This contract extension will run for an additional three years and is reportedly worth almost $60 million. 

Recent Performances

Gafford has shown he’s a reliable bench player for the Mavericks since joining in 2024, with the forward having additionally started 31 games throughout the 2024-25 season. In that time, he’s averaged 12.3 points per game in the regular season, along with 6.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists, with a field goal completion rate of 70.2%.

Competition for Court Time

What makes this such an interesting development is the fact that the Mavericks are stacked on the frontcourt. Their roster for the upcoming season will include Gafford, 21-year-old center Dereck Lively II, and All-NBA superstar Anthony Davis.

Furthermore, the Mavericks hold the coveted No. 1 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft, and the organization is expected to use this to acquire Cooper Flagg. Whatever happens next, it’s starting to look like an exciting time for fans of the Mavericks.