The Dallas Mavericks know all too well that they can’t rewrite the past. Their roster? A flickering flame in the dark. But they haven’t lost hope (maybe). Enter Anthony Davis—the forgotten star since landing in Dallas in February. His road back runs through the Texas Legends in the G-League. Hungry to get back, but rehab, practice, and patience will decide his fate. But for now? The Brow is stepping away, probably trying to be the Michael Jordan of the 80s, while channeling his inner Tiger Woods on a Tuesday.
AD’s return timeline remains a mystery. However, the Maverick Nation could breathe in relief as the power forward hit the golf course and worked on his game a bit. A clip of Davis went viral on social media, and there he was—the 6’10” star, sidelined since Feb. 8 with a left adductor strain, lining up a chip shot. Rehab can wait. For now, he’s trading layups for fairways.
TMZ Sports also reported Anthony Davis pulled up to the golf course in shorts, a t-shirt, and a vest—casual, yet locked in. A stogie? Looked like it. But the real grind started this week. Back in the gym with the Texas Legends, he’s sweating it out, step by step, chasing 100%. 2020 NBA Champ-turned-G-League star, all in the hope of coming back in form for the crashing Dallas Mavericks.
Feb 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) and forward Anthony Davis (3) during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Meanwhile, the Mavs are hurting—literally. Injuries have wrecked them as they’re 2-8 in their last 10, stuck in a three-game skid. Kyrie Irving has shut down for the season with a torn ACL. No golf trips for him. As for Davis, no return date yet. But in Dallas, they’re crossing their fingers, hoping it’s sooner rather than later.
Given the traits Anthony Davis is showing, it’s safe to say he’s living a life like the greatest Michael Jordan again. Now you may wonder: how is AD even remotely close to living like MJ? Look, the math is simple; Jordan plays professional golf after leaving basketball years ago. And even if Davis doesn’t pick the elite sport as a side option, he’s following MJ’s passion as a hobby or rather an escape from the NBA’s heat.
At the same time, this unique similarity brings back memories of Shannon Sharpe, who drew a neat comparison, highlighting the impressive qualities that Anthony Davis has. And well, some might be similar to Michael Jordan.
Anthony Davis’ lifestyle resonates with Michael Jordan’s as old comparisons return to limelight
For MJ, golf was and has always been an escape from the intense world. Well, even Stephen Curry, obsessed with the sport, finds relief and joy in golf. Now, Anthony Davis is also walking on the paths of the legends, but at the same time, he’s living like Michael Jordan as he did previously. Not too long ago, ESPN analyst Shannon Sharpe highlighted the qualities and even a surprise comparison between Michael Jordan and AD.
On his Nightcap stream, Sharpe recalled Jordan’s UNC days, where he averaged just 20 points in one of his three seasons. He said: “So it’s kind of like Coach Smith when he’s (MJ) at North Carolina. The only guy that can keep Michael Jordan under 20 points a game was Coach Smith because his offense didn’t allow him to get loose.” Shannon also noted: “Nobody saw Michael being able to do what he did in the NBA based on what he did in college. Same thing with Anthony Davis.”
Feb 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (3) celebrates after he dunks the ball against the Houston Rockets during the first quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
But MJ was a different beast. The 6x NBA champ dropped 30+ points in eight of his 15 seasons. Moreover, Sharpe drew a line between MJ’s college offense and Davis’ time in Kentucky. AD was a one-and-done star, stacked up accolades, and won it all. But his scoring? Just 14.2 PPG. That’s why Sharpe didn’t hold back—“Anthony Davis was a defensive player at Kentucky. I didn’t see this kind of offense from him. Now he was a sensational defensive player.”
Meanwhile, let’s not forget that Anthony Davis is walking a fine line—between rehab and a return, between pressure and escape. Golf today, G-League grind tomorrow. The Mavs need him, and Dallas is holding its breath. And if history tells us anything, sometimes the quietest moments—like a chip shot on a Tuesday—lead to the loudest returns.
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