Thunder vs Mavericks: Injuries Impact Matchup

0:00It's March 1st for the NBA. Let's get into it. Follow and subscribe for more team news every day. The Oklahoma City Thunder picked up one of their biggest wins this season on Friday evening, beating the Denver Nuggets despite Luke Win's door getting. Ejected and star Shy Gildges, Alexander sitting out over time due to a minute's limit. Now they head to face the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday evening at 7pm from American Airlines Center. These two teams met in the playoffs two years ago in Round 2, but Dallas has changed a lot since then with several trades and a shift toward, building for the 2026 NBA draft. Both squads are dealing with key injuries that could shape the matchup. For the Thunder, Jalen Williams is out with a right hamstring strain, along with guard Ajay Mitchell nursing an abdominal strain and left ankle. Sprayne plus center Brandon Carlson with a low back issue. Meanwhile, the Mavericks are missing a ton of talent too, including Ricky standout Cooper flag with a left midfoot sprain after his hot start of.

1:0220.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. Kyrie Irving remains sideline from left knee surgery and others like Derek Lively the second with foot surgery are out or questionable. This gives Oklahoma City a clearer path despite their own absences as Dallas looks thin across the roster with several rotation players banged up. Thanks to our sponsor for supporting today's coverage, a pillow that sounds as good as it feels. Built for listening in bed, S-O-L-I-SOLYPILLOW.COM