Santi Aldama
#34 · F · Dallas Mavericks
Ruled Out — Out
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Recent Form & Trends
Top 5 stats — last-10-game averages, how often they beat the line, the direction they're trending, and how this year stacks up against seasons past.
Points
Line 15
2025-26
14.7
Rebounds
Line 6.5
2025-26
6.1
Assists
Line 3.5
2025-26
3.1
Steals
Line 1
2025-26
0.7
Blocks
Line 1
2025-26
0.8
Last 10 Games
| Game | Opp | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 01W | @ SAC | 7 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Nov 29W | @ LAC | 13 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Nov 27W | @ NO | 14 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| Nov 25L | vs DEN | 12 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| Nov 23W | @ DAL | 20 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Nov 21W | vs SAC | 29 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Nov 19L | @ SA | 10 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Nov 15L | @ CLE | 12 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Nov 13L | @ BOS | 14 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Nov 12L | @ NY | 19 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Green = beat the listed line that game. Information only — no predictions or recommendations.
Situational SplitsReal · ESPN
How this player performs by situation this season — home vs road, conference matchups and on rest.
| Split | GP | MIN | FG | FG% | 3PT | 3P% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | 20 | 27.9 | 5.7-11.5 | 49.1 | 1.7-5.0 | 34.0 |
| Road | 21 | 27.9 | 5.0-11.0 | 46.1 | 1.5-4.5 | 33.7 |
| vs. Conference | 29 | 27.6 | 5.0-11.1 | 45.2 | 1.6-4.8 | 32.1 |
| 3+ Days Rest | 5 | 28.4 | 5.4-11.0 | 49.1 | 2.2-4.6 | 47.8 |
Market ContextSample
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Points
opened at 20.5
Cross-Book Comparison
Injury & Status History
A running log of this player's status changes — each entry links to the original source.
Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama appears to be making progress in his recovery from right knee surgery, though he's not expected to make his season debut Friday. His eventual return will leave fewer minutes available for guys like Caleb Martin and Moussa Cisse.
Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama is still waiting to make his Mavericks debut. His next chance to return from knee surgery comes Friday versus Houston.
Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama presumably got some practice reps in with the Legends after being assigned to the squad earlier in the day. He's still working his way back from right knee surgery he underwent in March, and he's listed as doubtful for Wednesday's matchup with the Thunder.
Santi Aldama — Out
While Aldama is unlikely to play Wednesday, he appears to be making progress after being sent down to Dallas' G League affiliate on a rehab assignment. Aldama is not expected to have a significant role in the Mavs' rotation this season.
Santi Aldama — Out
This is all part of Aldama's return-to-play protocol. The forward is still considered week-to-week, but this is a sign that he's trending in the right direction. Look for him to be recalled shortly.
Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama continues to ramp up in his recovery from a right knee procedure that he underwent in March. His next chance to make his 2026-27 debut is Monday against the Heat, but he should be considered week-to-week until his practice participation increases.
Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama has been progressing in his recovery from the right knee surgery he underwent in March. He was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice but will miss a second straight game to begin the regular season. The big man's next opportunity to suit up will come Saturday against San Antonio.
Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama has been progressing in his recovery from the right knee surgery he underwent in March. He was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice but will miss a second straight game to begin the regular season. The big man's next opportunity to suit up will come Saturday against San Antonio.
Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama is still ramping up after undergoing right knee surgery in March, and his next chance to play will come Friday against Indiana. With the big man sidelined, Morez Johnson and Moussa Cisse could see increased playing time.
Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama is still ramping up after undergoing right knee surgery in March, and his next chance to play will come Friday against Indiana. With the big man sidelined, Morez Johnson and Moussa Cisse could see increased playing time.
Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Coach Dusty May said Aldama was limited at Tuesday's practice, and while he's getting closer, it sounds like the team will take a cautious approach with the big man. In the meantime, guys like Caleb Martin and Morez Johnson are candidates to be more involved.
Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama underwent right knee surgery in March and is in jeopardy of missing time to begin the regular season. He can be considered highly questionable for Wednesday's contest until further notice. If the 25-year-old is ultimately ruled out, Morez Johnson and Caleb Martin could see increased burn.
Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama hasn't played during the preseason due to a knee injury. While he's trending favorably toward a return, it's unknown if he will be ready to go when the Mavericks begin the regular season against the Rockets on Wednesday. If not, that should mean more minutes for rookie Morez Johnson, Naji Marshall and Zaccharie Risacher.
Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Coach Dusty May said Thursday that Aldama is getting "much, much closer" to returning but doesn't expect him to play against the Hawks. Although the forward appears to be making progress, his availability for the beginning of the regular season remains uncertain. Dallas could continue leaning on its other frontcourt options until Aldama is cleared to return.
Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama is still recovering from right knee surgery in March and has been limited during training camp. The forward's next chance to suit up will come Friday against Atlanta, though a formal timeline for his return to game action has yet to be established.
Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama underwent knee surgery in March and has been limited during training camp practices. It's unclear when he'll be cleared to make his Mavericks debut. The 2021 No. 30 overall pick spent his entire career in Memphis before Dallas traded for him in July. In 278 regular-season games (82 starts), Aldama has averaged 10.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 23.4 minutes per contest.
Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama underwent knee surgery in March and has been limited during training camp practices. It's unclear when he'll be cleared to make his Mavericks debut. The 2021 No. 30 overall pick had spent his entire career in Memphis before being traded to Dallas in July 2026. In 278 regular-season games, including 82 starts, he has averaged 10.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 23.4 minutes per contest.
Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Head coach Dusty May didn't elaborate, only stating Aldama is dealing with a "nagging injury." The 2021 No. 30 overall pick had spent his entire career in Memphis before being traded to Dallas in July of 2026. In 278 regular-season games, including 82 starts, he averaged 10.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 23.4 minutes per contest. His shooting acumen will allow the Mavericks to stretch the floor, and his versatility enables him to man multiple positions while playing various roles. Aldama underwent knee surgery in March, and while it's unknown if that's still a concern, fantasy managers should continue monitoring his health throughout training camp.
News & Status Timeline
Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama appears to be making progress in his recovery from right knee surgery, though he's not expected to make his season debut Friday. His eventual return will leave fewer minutes available for guys like Caleb Martin and Moussa Cisse.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama is still waiting to make his Mavericks debut. His next chance to return from knee surgery comes Friday versus Houston.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama presumably got some practice reps in with the Legends after being assigned to the squad earlier in the day. He's still working his way back from right knee surgery he underwent in March, and he's listed as doubtful for Wednesday's matchup with the Thunder.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Out
While Aldama is unlikely to play Wednesday, he appears to be making progress after being sent down to Dallas' G League affiliate on a rehab assignment. Aldama is not expected to have a significant role in the Mavs' rotation this season.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Out
This is all part of Aldama's return-to-play protocol. The forward is still considered week-to-week, but this is a sign that he's trending in the right direction. Look for him to be recalled shortly.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama continues to ramp up in his recovery from a right knee procedure that he underwent in March. His next chance to make his 2026-27 debut is Monday against the Heat, but he should be considered week-to-week until his practice participation increases.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama has been progressing in his recovery from the right knee surgery he underwent in March. He was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice but will miss a second straight game to begin the regular season. The big man's next opportunity to suit up will come Saturday against San Antonio.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama has been progressing in his recovery from the right knee surgery he underwent in March. He was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice but will miss a second straight game to begin the regular season. The big man's next opportunity to suit up will come Saturday against San Antonio.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama is still ramping up after undergoing right knee surgery in March, and his next chance to play will come Friday against Indiana. With the big man sidelined, Morez Johnson and Moussa Cisse could see increased playing time.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Out
Aldama is still ramping up after undergoing right knee surgery in March, and his next chance to play will come Friday against Indiana. With the big man sidelined, Morez Johnson and Moussa Cisse could see increased playing time.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Coach Dusty May said Aldama was limited at Tuesday's practice, and while he's getting closer, it sounds like the team will take a cautious approach with the big man. In the meantime, guys like Caleb Martin and Morez Johnson are candidates to be more involved.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama underwent right knee surgery in March and is in jeopardy of missing time to begin the regular season. He can be considered highly questionable for Wednesday's contest until further notice. If the 25-year-old is ultimately ruled out, Morez Johnson and Caleb Martin could see increased burn.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama hasn't played during the preseason due to a knee injury. While he's trending favorably toward a return, it's unknown if he will be ready to go when the Mavericks begin the regular season against the Rockets on Wednesday. If not, that should mean more minutes for rookie Morez Johnson, Naji Marshall and Zaccharie Risacher.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Coach Dusty May said Thursday that Aldama is getting "much, much closer" to returning but doesn't expect him to play against the Hawks. Although the forward appears to be making progress, his availability for the beginning of the regular season remains uncertain. Dallas could continue leaning on its other frontcourt options until Aldama is cleared to return.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama is still recovering from right knee surgery in March and has been limited during training camp. The forward's next chance to suit up will come Friday against Atlanta, though a formal timeline for his return to game action has yet to be established.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama underwent knee surgery in March and has been limited during training camp practices. It's unclear when he'll be cleared to make his Mavericks debut. The 2021 No. 30 overall pick spent his entire career in Memphis before Dallas traded for him in July. In 278 regular-season games (82 starts), Aldama has averaged 10.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 23.4 minutes per contest.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Aldama underwent knee surgery in March and has been limited during training camp practices. It's unclear when he'll be cleared to make his Mavericks debut. The 2021 No. 30 overall pick had spent his entire career in Memphis before being traded to Dallas in July 2026. In 278 regular-season games, including 82 starts, he has averaged 10.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 23.4 minutes per contest.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Santi Aldama — Day-To-Day
Head coach Dusty May didn't elaborate, only stating Aldama is dealing with a "nagging injury." The 2021 No. 30 overall pick had spent his entire career in Memphis before being traded to Dallas in July of 2026. In 278 regular-season games, including 82 starts, he averaged 10.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 23.4 minutes per contest. His shooting acumen will allow the Mavericks to stretch the floor, and his versatility enables him to man multiple positions while playing various roles. Aldama underwent knee surgery in March, and while it's unknown if that's still a concern, fantasy managers should continue monitoring his health throughout training camp.
ESPN Injury Report ↗