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

The Phoenix Suns (4-6) visit the Dallas Mavericks (7-4) on Friday, January 8, 2027 at 9:30 PM ET, at American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX. TV: ESPN. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Dallas Mavericks vs Phoenix Suns.

NBAFriday, January 8, 2027

Phoenix Suns4-6

9:30 PM ETJan 8, 2027

Dallas Mavericks7-4

DateJan 8, 2027

Time9:30 PM ET

VenueAmerican Airlines Center, Dallas, TX

TVESPN

Team comparison

Phoenix SunsDallas Mavericks

Points per game

112.8

114.9

Points allowed per game

118.1

110.3

4-6Record7-4

3rd in Pacific DivisionStanding4th in Southwest Division

0-3Road record / home record5-2

WLWWLLast 5WWWLL

W1StreakW3

Team stats

Phoenix SunsDallas Mavericks

W1StreakW3

Points Against

118.1

110.3

4-6Last Ten Games7-3

Points Per Game

110.6

114.9

Field Goal %

Three Point %

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

Morez Johnson Jr. F · Leg

Day-To-Day

Recent form

Phoenix SunsWLWWL

Nov 10, 2026 · vs LA ClippersW 133-110

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

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 stats

Dallas Mavericks
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks?

The game is on Friday, January 8, 2027 at 9:30 PM ET at American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX.

How can I watch Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks?

TV: ESPN.

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

Phoenix Suns: 4-6. 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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