The Dallas Mavericks are grappling with injury issues as they assess their frontcourt ahead of upcoming games. Center Daniel Gafford exited late in the fourth quarter of a recent matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers, clutching his left shoulder after attempting to secure a rebound. His status is now uncertain, adding to the Mavericks' injury woes.

Already sidelined are key players Dereck Lively II, who is battling a right ankle stress fracture, and Dwight Powell, who is dealing with a right hip strain. New acquisition Anthony Davis is also unavailable due to an abdominal muscle strain, and he is set to be re-evaluated this week. The Mavericks will need to navigate these injuries carefully as they look to maintain their competitive edge in the season.

Pete Nance's journey with the Philadelphia 76ers has taken a twist, moving from being waived to rejoining the team amid injury struggles. Initially signed in December, Nance was let go as the squad sought to manage player health. However, after challenges with key players Joel Embiid and Andre Drummond, the 76ers recalibrated their strategy, recognizing a need for a 'big' to bolster their lineup.

The timing of his re-signing coincided with Embiid's ongoing physical issues, including a knee injury and a recent foot sprain that has sidelined him for six games. Drummond is also absent due to a toe injury, leading the Sixers to rely on Nance as a potential third-string option behind Guerschon Yabusele and Adem Bona.

The Philadelphia 76ers have signed Pete Nance to a two-way contract to bolster their center position, parting ways with Lester Quiñones to make room. Nance, a rookie out of North Carolina, provides much-needed size at 6-foot-11, especially with Joel Embiid and Andre Drummond sidelined due to injuries.

Meanwhile, Tyrese Maxey has found his shooting rhythm, making 50% of his three-pointers in recent games. The Sixers are also expecting the return of three players, including Caleb Martin and Kyle Lowry, for their upcoming match against the Charlotte Hornets.

The Delaware Blue Coats have struggled in the G League's preseason tournament, losing their first three games, including a recent defeat to the Greensboro Swarm.

After a roster overhaul in the offseason, they welcomed new players like Lester Quinones and Justin Edwards, both affiliated with the Philadelphia 76ers. The team has also re-signed Darius Bazley, who previously averaged 20.5 points per game for the Blue Coats before joining the Utah Jazz.

Head coach Mike Longobardi's squad faces a quick turnaround as they prepare to take on the College Park Skyhawks, the G-League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks, on Sunday.

The Philadelphia 76ers faced a tough challenge in their preseason matchup against the Boston Celtics, suffering a significant 139-89 defeat. Jared McCain stood out for the Sixers, scoring 20 points despite the team's overall struggles.

Coach Nick Nurse opted to rest several veterans, which left the team at a disadvantage against the more experienced Celtics. McCain's performance highlighted his potential, showcasing both scoring ability and playmaking skills, although the team collectively struggled with shooting, particularly from beyond the arc.