Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers (01-24-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA is set for a crucial matchup as the Dallas Mavericks clash with the Los Angeles Lakers. The match will tip off at 8:30 pm ET on Saturday. The Dallas Mavericks have previously won 19 out of the 45 games. Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis have been sidelined for tonight’s clash against the Lakers. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Cooper Flagg and Max Christie.

As for the Los Angeles Lakers, they have previously won only 26 out of the 43 matches they have played. With players like LeBron James and Luka Doncic, the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. However, Austin Reaves has been sidelined for tonight’s clash against the Mavericks. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks.

Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers - When and Where to Watch the Game

The Dallas Mavericks will host the Los Angeles Lakers at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The match will tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 24, 2026, exclusively on ABC. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers - Expected Starting Lineups

Dallas Mavericks

• Cooper Flagg (PG)
• Max Christie (SG)
• Naji Marshall (SF)
• P.J. Washington (PF)
• Dwight Powell (C)

Los Angeles Lakers

• Luka Doncic (PG)
• Marcus Smart (SG)
• Rui Hachimura (SF)
• LeBron James (PF)
• Deandre Ayton (C)

Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers- Injury Report

Dallas Mavericks

• Kyrie Irving - OUT (knee)
• Dante Exum - OUT (knee)
• Dereck Lively II - OUT (foot)
• Anthony Davis - OUT (finger)
• Daniel Gafford - OUT (ankle)
• Moussa Cisse - QUESTIONABLE (illness)

Los Angeles Lakers

• Austin Reaves - OUT (calf)
• Adou Thiero - OUT (MCL sprain)

Dallas Mavericks vs Los Angeles Lakers - Game Prediction

This season, the Dallas Mavericks have scored 233.5 points in 13 out of their 45 games. However, the Los Angeles Lakers have scored the same number of points in 20 out of 43 games, so speculation is tougher than usual. The Dallas Mavericks boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Cooper Flagg and Naji Marshall. Flagg has delivered 18.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game this season. However, Marshall has averaged 14.5 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3 assists per game.

The Los Angeles Lakers, on the other hand, have efficient players like Luka Doncic and LeBron James. Doncic has averaged 33.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.7 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. LeBron James, on the other hand, delivered 22.5 points, 6 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game.


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