this might be a blessing in disguise
I know most people are thinking its a blessing because it opens up minutes to get other guys into the system...which I agree with. But to me, the biggest blessing might be that it will get Davis some rest. He has played a ton of minutes this year, and IMO, he has looked tired lately.
Now, the risk is that he does not work hard to stay in shape as he stays off the court, but if the trainers crack the whip making sure he works his ass off in the bike, etc., he could come back refreshed, and with more energy like he had early in the season.
Basically, the same thing they are doing with Shaq.