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Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Dallas Mavericks (7-4) visit the Houston Rockets (8-3) on Friday, January 1, 2027 at 8:30 PM ET, at Toyota Center (Houston), Houston, TX. TV: KFAA-TV, MavsTV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Houston Rockets vs Dallas Mavericks.

NBAFriday, January 1, 2027
Dallas Mavericks logoDallas Mavericks7-4
8:30 PM ETJan 1, 2027
Houston Rockets logoHouston Rockets8-3
DateJan 1, 2027
Time8:30 PM ET
VenueToyota Center (Houston), Houston, TX
TVKFAA-TV, MavsTV

Team comparison

Dallas MavericksHouston Rockets
Points per game
114.9
115.5
Points allowed per game
110.3
106.4
7-4Record8-3
4th in Southwest DivisionStanding2nd in Southwest Division
2-2Road record / home record5-1
WWWLLLast 5WLLWW
W3StreakW1

Team stats

Dallas MavericksHouston Rockets
W3StreakW1
Points Against
110.3
106.4
7-3Last Ten Games7-3
Points Per Game
114.9
115.5
Field Goal %
48
48
Three Point %
34
38
Rebounds Per Game
44.5
44.5
Assists Per Game
26.4
27.0
Blocks Per Game
5.6
5.8
Steals Per Game
8.7
8.5
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.9
1.1
Total Turnovers Per Game
16.3
15.3

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

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
Houston Rockets
Clint Capela C · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Steven Adams C · Calf - Strain
Out

Recent form

Dallas MavericksWWWLL
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
Houston RocketsWLLWW
Nov 9, 2026 · vs Denver NuggetsW 110-100
Nov 7, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsL 99-102
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Minnesota TimberwolvesL 107-117
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Boston CelticsW 109-93
Oct 31, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderW 119-98

Season series

Series tied 1-1
Jan 31, 2027HOU 0, DAL 0
Jan 1, 2027DAL 0, HOU 0
Oct 30, 2026HOU 111, DAL 116
Oct 21, 2026DAL 110, HOU 128

Team pages

Dallas Mavericks
Schedule, roster and statsHouston Rockets
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets?

The game is on Friday, January 1, 2027 at 8:30 PM ET at Toyota Center (Houston), Houston, TX.

How can I watch Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets?

TV: KFAA-TV, MavsTV.

What are the records of the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets?

Dallas Mavericks: 7-4. Houston Rockets: 8-3.

Who is injured for Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets?

Listed out or doubtful: Dallas Mavericks: Sergio de Larrea, Tarik Biberovic, Dereck Lively II. Houston Rockets: Clint Capela, Steven Adams. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Dallas Mavericks vs Houston Rockets played?

Toyota Center (Houston), Houston, TX.

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