Doncic appeared to be the successor to Nowitzki’s trailblazing path, but his time in Dallas is over. It’s Davis’ turn to chart his own journey in Mavericks blue, a journey he hopes leads to wins and the revitalization of a grieving fanbase.

Davis is still listed as probable for the Rockets-Mavericks game, per the NBA injury report. Dereck Lively II (right ankle stress fracture), Dwight Powell (right hip strain) and recently acquired Caleb Martin (right hip strain) are all listed as out for Saturday's game.

Anthony Davis faced the media for the first time as a member of the Dallas Mavericks, days after the Los Angeles Lakers traded him to the Mavs as part of a package for Luka Doncic. Davis, 31, has been an NBA All-Star 10 times and an All-NBA player five times.