Daniel Gafford Returns to Game After Apparent Ankle Injury

Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford exited to the locker room in the second quarter of Tuesday's game against the Celtics due to an apparent right ankle injury, staying down for an extended period. However, he was cleared to return to action with 5:18 remaining in the third quarter. Gafford had recently missed time due to a right ankle sprain, making his quick return a positive sign for the Mavericks.