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Cleveland Cavaliers vs Dallas Mavericks: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6) visit the Dallas Mavericks (7-4) on Saturday, January 23, 2027 at 8:00 PM ET, at American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX. TV: KFAA-TV, MavsTV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Dallas Mavericks vs Cleveland Cavaliers.

NBASaturday, January 23, 2027
8:00 PM ETJan 23, 2027
DateJan 23, 2027
Time8:00 PM ET
VenueAmerican Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
TVKFAA-TV, MavsTV

Team comparison

Cleveland CavaliersDallas Mavericks
Points per game
116.5
114.9
Points allowed per game
115.0
110.3
5-6Record7-4
2nd in Central DivisionStanding4th in Southwest Division
1-4Road record / home record5-2
LLWLLLast 5WWWLL
L2StreakW3

Team stats

Cleveland CavaliersDallas Mavericks
L2StreakW3
Points Against
115.0
110.3
5-5Last Ten Games7-3
Points Per Game
116.5
114.9
Field Goal %
46
48
Three Point %
37
34
Rebounds Per Game
46.2
44.5
Assists Per Game
27.0
26.4
Blocks Per Game
5.5
5.6
Steals Per Game
7.4
8.7
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.5
0.9
Total Turnovers Per Game
13.8
16.3

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Cleveland Cavaliers
Sam Merrill G · Elbow
Out
Jaylon Tyson G · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Dallas Mavericks
Sergio de Larrea F · Knee - Strain
Out
Tarik Biberovic F · Heel - Inflammation
Out
Dereck Lively II C · Foot - Surgery
Out
Day-To-Day

Recent form

Nov 9, 2026 · at Charlotte HornetsL 112-124
Nov 7, 2026 · vs New York KnicksL 97-109
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Philadelphia 76ersW 119-95
Nov 4, 2026 · at Oklahoma City ThunderL 116-124
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderL 112-117
Nov 9, 2026 · vs Indiana PacersW 125-122
Nov 8, 2026 · vs Brooklyn NetsW 130-93
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Utah JazzW 112-100
Nov 4, 2026 · at San Antonio SpursL 111-112
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Sacramento KingsL 100-115

Season series

Series starts 11/14
Jan 23, 2027CLE 0, DAL 0
Nov 14, 2026DAL 0, CLE 0

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Dallas Mavericks?

The game is on Saturday, January 23, 2027 at 8:00 PM ET at American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX.

How can I watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs Dallas Mavericks?

TV: KFAA-TV, MavsTV.

What are the records of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Dallas Mavericks?

Cleveland Cavaliers: 5-6. Dallas Mavericks: 7-4.

Who is injured for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Dallas Mavericks?

Listed out or doubtful: Cleveland Cavaliers: Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson. Dallas Mavericks: Sergio de Larrea, Tarik Biberovic, Dereck Lively II. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Dallas Mavericks played?

American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX.

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