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Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Phoenix Suns (3-6) visit the Dallas Mavericks (7-4) on Saturday, December 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, at American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX. TV: NBA TV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Dallas Mavericks vs Phoenix Suns.

NBASaturday, December 26, 2026
Phoenix Suns logoPhoenix Suns3-6
8:00 PM ETDec 26, 2026
Dallas Mavericks logoDallas Mavericks7-4
DateDec 26, 2026
Time8:00 PM ET
VenueAmerican Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
TVNBA TV

Team comparison

Phoenix SunsDallas Mavericks
Points per game
110.6
114.9
Points allowed per game
119.0
110.3
3-6Record7-4
3rd in Pacific DivisionStanding4th in Southwest Division
0-3Road record / home record5-2
LWWLLLast 5WWWLL
L1StreakW3

Team stats

Phoenix SunsDallas Mavericks
L1StreakW3
Points Against
119.0
110.3
3-6Last Ten Games7-3
Points Per Game
110.6
114.9
Field Goal %
46
48
Three Point %
36
34
Rebounds Per Game
38.8
44.5
Assists Per Game
27.1
26.4
Blocks Per Game
5.1
5.6
Steals Per Game
8.6
8.7
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.7
0.9
Total Turnovers Per Game
14.0
16.3

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Phoenix Suns
Mark Williams C · Shoulder - Surgery
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

Phoenix SunsLWWLL
Nov 9, 2026 · vs San Antonio SpursL 96-122
Nov 7, 2026 · vs Houston RocketsW 102-99
Nov 5, 2026 · vs Orlando MagicW 117-104
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Portland Trail BlazersL 119-132
Nov 2, 2026 · at Golden State WarriorsL 113-116
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

Season series

Series starts 11/27
Jan 8, 2027PHX 0, DAL 0
Dec 26, 2026PHX 0, DAL 0
Nov 27, 2026DAL 0, PHX 0

Team pages

Phoenix Suns
Schedule, roster and statsDallas Mavericks
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks?

The game is on Saturday, December 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET at American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX.

How can I watch Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks?

TV: NBA TV.

What are the records of the Phoenix Suns and Dallas Mavericks?

Phoenix Suns: 3-6. Dallas Mavericks: 7-4.

Who is injured for Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks?

Listed out or doubtful: Phoenix Suns: Mark Williams. 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 Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks played?

American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX.

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