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The Dallas Mavericks (22-44) take on the Cleveland Cavaliers (40-26) at Rocket Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 3:30 PM EST. Dallas Mavericks average 113.1 points per game while Cleveland Cavaliers put up 118.8 per contest. On the injury report for this matchup — Dallas Mavericks: Moussa Cisse (Out), Naji Marshall (Day-To-Day), P.j. Washington (Day-To-Day), Caleb Martin (Day-To-Day), Daniel Gafford (Day-To-Day), Kyrie Irving (Out), Dereck Lively Ii (Out), Klay Thompson (Out); Cleveland Cavaliers: Sam Merrill (Day-To-Day), Tyrese Proctor (Out), Max Strus (Out), Jarrett Allen (Out). Follow this NBA game live on SportBusy for real-time scores, odds updates, and full box score coverage.
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Rosters & Player Stats
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | TOV | GP | GS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gafford (ankle) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Cavaliers. | 21.7 | 9.0 | 6.8 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.3 | 48 | 38 |
| 12.6 | 6.9 | 1.4 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.8 | 34 | 4 | |
| 17.9 | 6.2 | 1.8 | 4.6 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 1.4 | 45 | 17 | |
| 12.2 | 4.4 | 3.0 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 0.4 | 5 | 0 | |
Lively successfully underwent surgery on his right foot Sunday. | 16.4 | 4.3 | 5.3 | 1.9 | 0.6 | 1.6 | 1.4 | 7 | 4 |
| 16.6 | 3.9 | 1.1 | 3.8 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 0.6 | 8 | 2 | |
Martin (finger) is probable for Friday's game against the Cavaliers. | 14.9 | 3.9 | 2.5 | 1.4 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 56 | 12 |
Cisse notched six points (3-5 FG), seven rebounds, three blocks, one assist and one steal across 25 minutes during Friday's 120-100 loss to Boston. | 12.5 | 3.7 | 4.9 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 34 | 1 |
| 9.6 | 3.1 | 1.7 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.4 | 14 | 0 | |
| 13.8 | 3.1 | 3.7 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 49 | 8 | |
| 31.3 | 20.4 | 11.1 | 2.8 | 1.1 | 1.7 | 2.1 | 20 | 20 | |
| 9.3 | 2.8 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.4 | 12 | 0 | |
| 33.7 | 19.9 | 6.7 | 4.3 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 2.2 | 54 | 54 | |
Marshall is questionable for Friday's game against the Cavaliers with left foot soreness. | 29.4 | 14.9 | 4.7 | 3.1 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 1.6 | 63 | 36 |
| 24.7 | 13.8 | 3.7 | 2.9 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 1.9 | 14 | 10 | |
Washington (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Cavaliers. | 30.8 | 13.8 | 6.9 | 1.9 | 0.9 | 1.2 | 1.8 | 48 | 45 |
| 22.3 | 13.1 | 3.0 | 3.8 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 1.9 | 57 | 15 | |
| 29.5 | 12.7 | 3.4 | 2.1 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 1.3 | 61 | 52 | |
Thompson (rest) is out for Thursday's game against the Grizzlies. | 22.0 | 11.9 | 2.3 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 1.0 | 58 | 8 |
| 22.7 | 11.0 | 8.4 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 10 | 1 | |
| 19.0 | 10.2 | 2.3 | 4.0 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 1.9 | 26 | 3 | |
| 14.0 | 0.0 | 5.0 | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 |
Dallas Mavericks at Cleveland Cavaliers FAQ
What time does Dallas Mavericks vs Cleveland Cavaliers start?
The Dallas Mavericks at Cleveland Cavaliers game is scheduled for 3:30 PM EST at Rocket Arena.
Where is Dallas Mavericks vs Cleveland Cavaliers being played?
This game is being played at Rocket Arena.
How can I watch Dallas Mavericks vs Cleveland Cavaliers live?
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What are the Dallas Mavericks and Cleveland Cavaliers records?
Dallas Mavericks: 22-44. Cleveland Cavaliers: 40-26. See the full team comparison above.
Who is injured for Dallas Mavericks vs Cleveland Cavaliers?
Dallas Mavericks: Moussa Cisse (Out), Naji Marshall (Day-To-Day), P.j. Washington (Day-To-Day), Caleb Martin (Day-To-Day), Daniel Gafford (Day-To-Day), Kyrie Irving (Out), Dereck Lively Ii (Out), Klay Thompson (Out). Cleveland Cavaliers: Sam Merrill (Day-To-Day), Tyrese Proctor (Out), Max Strus (Out), Jarrett Allen (Out). See the Rosters & Player Stats section above for full details, or check the NBA injury report for status updates.
What is the injury report for Dallas Mavericks vs Cleveland Cavaliers?
The injury report for this game: Dallas Mavericks has 8 players on the report — Moussa Cisse (Out), Naji Marshall (Day-To-Day), P.j. Washington (Day-To-Day), Caleb Martin (Day-To-Day), Daniel Gafford (Day-To-Day), Kyrie Irving (Out), Dereck Lively Ii (Out), Klay Thompson (Out). Cleveland Cavaliers has 4 players on the report — Sam Merrill (Day-To-Day), Tyrese Proctor (Out), Max Strus (Out), Jarrett Allen (Out). Injury status is updated daily. View the full NBA injury report for return dates and details.