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Dallas Mavericks vs New Orleans Pelicans: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Dallas Mavericks (7-4) visit the New Orleans Pelicans (4-7) on Monday, January 4, 2027 at 8:00 PM ET, at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA. TV: GCSEN, Pelicans.com, KFAA-TV, MavsTV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for New Orleans Pelicans vs Dallas Mavericks.

NBAMonday, January 4, 2027
Dallas Mavericks logoDallas Mavericks7-4
8:00 PM ETJan 4, 2027
New Orleans Pelicans logoNew Orleans Pelicans4-7
DateJan 4, 2027
Time8:00 PM ET
VenueSmoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA
TVGCSEN, Pelicans.com, KFAA-TV, MavsTV

Team comparison

Dallas MavericksNew Orleans Pelicans
Points per game
114.9
117.5
Points allowed per game
110.3
122.4
7-4Record4-7
4th in Southwest DivisionStanding5th in Southwest Division
2-2Road record / home record3-3
WWWLLLast 5LLLWW
W3StreakL3

Team stats

Dallas MavericksNew Orleans Pelicans
W3StreakL3
Points Against
110.3
122.4
7-3Last Ten Games4-6
Points Per Game
114.9
117.5
Field Goal %
48
48
Three Point %
34
32
Rebounds Per Game
44.5
42.4
Assists Per Game
26.4
24.7
Blocks Per Game
5.6
4.7
Steals Per Game
8.7
10.4
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.9
0.5
Total Turnovers Per Game
16.3
16.5

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
New Orleans Pelicans
Trendon Watford F · Ankle
Out
Yves Missi C · Knee - Bruise
Out
Trey Murphy III F · Knee - Tendinitis
Day-To-Day

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
New Orleans PelicansLLLWW
Nov 9, 2026 · at Golden State WarriorsL 87-138
Nov 8, 2026 · at LA ClippersL 123-139
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Minnesota TimberwolvesL 109-115
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Utah JazzW 120-113
Nov 2, 2026 · at Memphis GrizzliesW 135-134

Season series

Series starts 1/4
Mar 26, 2027NO 0, DAL 0
Mar 13, 2027NO 0, DAL 0
Jan 22, 2027DAL 0, NO 0
Jan 4, 2027DAL 0, NO 0

Team pages

Dallas Mavericks
Schedule, roster and statsNew Orleans Pelicans
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Dallas Mavericks vs New Orleans Pelicans?

The game is on Monday, January 4, 2027 at 8:00 PM ET at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA.

How can I watch Dallas Mavericks vs New Orleans Pelicans?

TV: GCSEN, Pelicans.com, KFAA-TV, MavsTV.

What are the records of the Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans?

Dallas Mavericks: 7-4. New Orleans Pelicans: 4-7.

Who is injured for Dallas Mavericks vs New Orleans Pelicans?

Listed out or doubtful: Dallas Mavericks: Sergio de Larrea, Tarik Biberovic, Dereck Lively II. New Orleans Pelicans: Trendon Watford, Yves Missi. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Dallas Mavericks vs New Orleans Pelicans played?

Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA.

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