NBA Game Preview: Dallas Mavericks (19-32) vs. San Antonio Spurs (35-16)

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The Dallas Mavericks, mired in a six-game losing streak and reeling from recent trades, head to San Antonio for a rematch against the surging Spurs, who have won three straight and sit second in the Western Conference. This Texas rivalry game features a clash of youth versus experience, with rookie sensation Cooper Flagg facing off against Victor Wembanyama in what could be a high-scoring affair despite Dallas’ defensive struggles. The Spurs aim to extend their dominance in the series, while the Mavericks look to integrate new pieces like Tyus Jones and Marvin Bagley III amid injuries.

Venue Location

Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, TX. This is a home game for the Spurs.

Tipoff is scheduled for 6:00 PM ET (3:00 PM PT).

Injury Report

The Mavericks are dealing with a depleted backcourt and frontcourt due to injuries and trade-pending statuses, forcing reliance on rookies and recent acquisitions. The Spurs have several key players questionable but boast better depth overall.

Dallas Mavericks Injuries:

PlayerStatusInjury Details
Kyrie IrvingOutLeft knee surgery; expected return after All-Star break.
Dereck Lively IIOutRight foot surgery; out for the season.
Khris MiddletonDoubtfulTrade pending.
Ryan NembhardDoubtfulG League two-way assignment.
Marvin Bagley IIIProbableTrade pending.
AJ JohnsonProbableTrade pending.
Tyus JonesProbableTrade pending.
Brandon WilliamsProbableRight lower leg contusion.

San Antonio Spurs Injuries:

PlayerStatusInjury Details
Lindy Waters IIIOutLeft knee hyperextension; expected return Feb. 10.
David Jones GarciaOutAnkle surgery; out for the season.
De’Aaron FoxQuestionableBilateral mid-thoracic soreness.
Luke KornetQuestionableLeft adductor tightness/left ankle soreness.
Jeremy SochanQuestionableLeft quad strain.
Harrison IngramQuestionableG League assignment.
Stanley UmudeQuestionableG League assignment.

Player Matchups to Watch

This rematch spotlights generational talents, with Wembanyama’s dominance in the paint against Flagg’s scoring prowess. San Antonio’s backcourt depth could exploit Dallas’ injury-hit guards, while the Mavericks’ new additions face a tough defensive test.

  • Cooper Flagg (DAL) vs. Victor Wembanyama (SAS): Flagg’s recent 32-point explosion meets Wemby’s all-around game (24.1 PPG, 11.0 RPG, 3.5 BPG). Expect blocks and dunks in this rookie showdown.
  • Naji Marshall (DAL) vs. Harrison Barnes (SAS): Marshall’s 32-point outburst could challenge Barnes (efficient scoring, 19 PPG in last win).
  • Tyus Jones (DAL, if available) vs. De’Aaron Fox (SAS, if available): Jones’ playmaking vs. Fox’s speed (17 PPG, clutch 3s); a guard battle if both play.
  • Other Notes: Stephon Castle (18 PPG off bench) could exploit Mavs’ thin perimeter; Daniel Gafford vs. Luke Kornet in the paint if Kornet plays.

Recent Team Forms

Mavericks are struggling, with poor offense and defense in losses. Spurs are hot, winning with balanced scoring and strong rebounding.

Dallas Mavericks (4-6 in last 10 games, averaging 118.5 PPG, allowing 120.8 PPG):

DateOpponentResultScore
Feb 5vs SASL123-135
Feb 3vs BOSL100-110
Jan 31@ DENL105-118
Jan 29vs LACL112-120
Jan 27@ SACL108-115
Jan 25vs NOPL102-110
Jan 23@ LALW112-105
Jan 21vs MEMW115-108
Jan 19@ NYKW114-97
Jan 17vs UTAW138-120

San Antonio Spurs (7-3 in last 10 games, averaging 116.8 PPG, allowing 111.2 PPG):

DateOpponentResultScore
Feb 5@ DALW135-123
Feb 4vs OKCW116-106
Feb 1vs ORLW112-103
Jan 31@ CHAL106-111
Jan 29vs INDW120-115
Jan 27@ ATLW118-110
Jan 25vs MIAL102-108
Jan 23@ ORLW115-105
Jan 21vs BKNW122-110
Jan 19@ WASL105-112

Series History

Spurs lead all-time 118-87. San Antonio has won the last three meetings, including a 135-123 victory on Feb. 5 and a 125-92 blowout on opening night.

DateLocationResultScore
Feb 5, 2026vs SAS (DAL home)L (DAL)123-135
Oct 22, 2025vs SAS (DAL home)L (DAL)92-125
Apr 10, 2025@ SASL (DAL)105-120
Mar 15, 2025vs SAS (DAL home)W (DAL)112-108
Feb 28, 2025@ SASL (DAL)115-122

Spurs have won 3 of the last 5.

Betting Trends

Spurs are heavy favorites at home; recent games trend over, but Mavs’ losses often stay under. Spurs 26-24-2 ATS overall, 14-10 at home; Mavericks 23-28 ATS, 10-11 on road.

  • ATS Trends: Spurs 7-3 ATS last 10; Mavericks 4-6 ATS last 10, 0-6 SU last 6. Spurs 3-0 ATS vs. Mavericks this season.
  • O/U Trends: Over in 6 of Spurs’ last 10; over in 4 of Mavericks’ last 5 road games. Combined games average 230+ recently.

Game Odds

Dallas Mavericks              231.5

San Antonio Spurs           – 9.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, February 6, 2026