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Anthony Davis to Sport Protective Eyewear Post-Surgery

9/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Anthony Davis will wear protective eyewear for the rest of his NBA career after detached retina surgery.
The injury came from an elbow by Daniel Gafford during an April game.
Davis confirmed the eyewear plan at Mavericks Media Day, joking about Horace Grant's iconic look.
The eyewear will debut in his first full season with Dallas.

History

Historical Context

In 1992, NBA player Horace Grant began wearing protective eyewear after suffering an eye injury, influencing player safety culture in the league. This trend led to the NBA implementing stricter guidelines for protective gear. Recently, Anthony Davis wore similar eyewear following his detached retina surgery, highlighting the ongoing importance of player health and safety in professional sports.

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Story summary

Anthony Davis will wear protective eyewear for the rest of his NBA career after detached retina surgery.
The injury came from an elbow by Daniel Gafford during an April game.
Davis confirmed the eyewear plan at Mavericks Media Day, joking about Horace Grant's iconic look.
The eyewear will debut in his first full season with Dallas.

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