Mavericks’ situation raises obvious question: Which other teams have issues like this?

De’Aron Fox has not asked for a trade from the Sacramento Kings, sources tell Sam Amick of The Athletic. But several rival teams are preparing for that possibility with the San Antonio Spurs, Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers at the top of the list of teams frequently discussed for Fox if he becomes available.

Among teams interested in Fox, there is a “strong belief that Fox is more likely to be available this summer rather than before the Feb. 6 trade deadline.” The Kings are currently shutting down any inquiries on Fox while they focus on improving their roster around him.

The Spurs have been the team where the “noise is the loudest” on pursuing Fox. Additionally, the Orlando Magic and Houston Rockets could have interest in a trade for Fox.

Fox, who is represented by Rich Paul and cannot become a free agent until 2026, is averaging 26.8 points, 5.0 rebounds and 6.2 assists in 37.2 minutes over 34 games this season. Fox was an All-Star and All-NBA Third Team selection in 2023.

Paul George will miss at least the next two games for the Philadelphia 76ers after hyperextending his left knee in Wednesday’s loss against the Memphis Grizzlies. George previously hyperextended the knee during the preseason.

George will be reevaluated on Monday and will miss upcoming games against the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Clippers.

George’s MRI showed no structural damage.