New York Knicks vs Dallas Mavericks (01-19-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The New York Knicks' next game against the Dallas Mavericks will complete their three-game homestand. With the Knicks leading the regular-season series 1-0, Monday's game at Madison Square Garden will be the two teams' second and final meeting of the season.

Due to their matchup with the NBA team with the third-fastest pace of play over the previous 15 games, the New York Knicks will probably have more opportunities today. As the home team, the Knicks rank as the NBA's top offensive rebounding offence over the previous 20 games. In terms of offence, the Dallas Mavericks have the best field goal percentage in the NBA over the past 20 games at 49.9%.

New York Knicks vs Dallas Mavericks - When and where to watch the game

At 5 p.m. ET (2 p.m. PT), the Mavericks-Knicks game is scheduled to begin. NBC, KFAA-TV, and MSG Network will all carry the live broadcast. Fans can watch the match live on Fubo TV and NBA League Pass.

New York Knicks vs Dallas Mavericks - Expected Starting Lineups

New York Knicks

PG Miles McBride
SG Josh Hart
SF Mikal Bridges
PF OG Anunoby
C Karl-Anthony Towns

Dallas Mavericks

PG RJ Nembhard Jr.
SG Max Christie
SF Naji Marshall
PF Caleb Martin
C Dwight Powell

New York Knicks vs Dallas Mavericks - Injury Report

New York Knicks

• Josh Hart- Day-to-day (Ankle)
• Jalen Brunson- Out (Ankle)

Dallas Mavericks

• Daniel Gafford- Out (Ankle)
• D'Angelo Russell- Out (Illness)
• P.J. Washington- Out (Personal reasons)
• Cooper Flagg- Out (Ankle)
• Anthony Davis- Out (Finger)
• Dereck Lively II- Out (Underwent surgery)
• Kyrie Irving- Out (Knee)
• Dante Exum- Out (Undergo season-ending knee surgery)

New York Knicks vs Dallas Mavericks - Game Prediction

The Dallas Mavericks finished 2025 with a 12-22 record, but they have appeared much more stable in the new year, finishing 5-4 overall. The Mavs recently had a successful homestand, going 3-1. They defeated the Utah Jazz on Thursday and Saturday, going into Monday's game on a two-game winning run.

In contrast, New York has had a forgettable start to the year. After suffering a devastating 134–132 loss against the Spurs on December 31, 2025, the Knicks have not improved since. In nine games thus far in 2026, they have only secured two victories. Now, they are ready to face each other.



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