Anthony Davis will miss at least the next two contests after an MRI revealed a mild strain in his left calf, the Texas franchise announced Friday night.

The issue occurred in the first quarter of the matchup against the Indiana Pacers, and the medical staff chose not to take any risks. Davis will be re-evaluated after the mini road trip in Mexico City, where the Mavs will face the Detroit Pistons and Houston Rockets.

Head coach Jason Kidd described the situation as day-to-day, explaining that Davis still traveled with the team and took part in the shootaround at Arena Ciudad de Mexico.

I feel better, no doubt

Anthony Davis

Unfortunately for the former Lakers star, this is nothing new: injuries have plagued much of his career. Last season, after the trade involving Luka Doncic, he was forced to miss 18 games before returning for the final eight of the regular season – with the Mavs ultimately missing the playoffs.

To make matters worse in Dallas’ frontcourt, there are other health issues as well: Dereck Lively II will sit out his third straight game with a knee sprain, while Daniel Gafford – sidelined for five games due to an ankle sprain – has finally been listed as questionable.