The Dallas Mavericks fall 122-106 to the San Antonio Spurs in a shorthanded home opener on Oct. 24, 2026. Kyrie Irving sat out for injury management and rookie Cooper Flagg missed the game after a hard foul, leaving Coach Dusty May to rely on a makeshift lineup. Despite the odds, rookie Sergio de Larrea shines with a team‑high 21 points (9‑of‑15 shooting, 3‑of‑4 from three) and key assists, while Zaccharie Risacher, Naji Marshall and PJ Washington contribute before the Spurs’ trio of Devin Vassell, Stephon Castle and De’Aaron Fox pull ahead. The loss drops Dallas to 1‑2 as the Spurs showcase depth early in the Western Conference season.
The Pelicans get good news as Yves Missi’s left‑knee injury turns out to be a bone bruise, not a severe tear, after being carried off following a collision with Zion Williamson. Missi, who posted 13 points, 14 rebounds and three blocks on opening night, remains a Defensive Player of the Year candidate, though his exact return timeline is unclear. Meanwhile, guard Walter Clayton signs a two‑way deal with the Mavericks, joining their rebuild, while the Rockets count on Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams to fuel a faster, more versatile lineup. The Spurs struggle with a 0‑2 start, their new three‑guard trio posting a minus‑11 rating and relying heavily on Victor Wembanyama’s sputtering shot.
Mavericks coach Dusty May explains that Kyrie Irving’s availability for the back‑to‑back games was decided on the day, not in advance. Irving suited up on Friday in Indiana, scoring 24 points in a 121‑105 win, but sat out Saturday’s home opener against the Spurs to manage a left‑knee injury. May notes the decision hinged on Irving’s readiness, mentions a minutes restriction, and says the team may still let him play both nights of a back‑to‑back later in the season. With Irving out, Naji Marshall and Max Christie start, while Cooper Flagg misses the Spurs game with a shoulder sprain as Dallas gears up for a Monday trip to Miami.
The Mavericks open their home season against the Spurs without Kyrie Irving (left‑knee management) and Cooper Flagg (shoulder sprain), forcing Naji Marshall and rookie Zaccharie Risacher into the starting lineup. Marshall replaces Irving at guard, while Risacher steps in for Flagg at forward; Max Christie, P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford complete the five. Dallas also lists Santi Aldama, Tarik Biberović, Dereck Lively II and Caleb Martin as out. Coach Dusty May emphasizes confidence in the adjusted roster, noting Marshall’s improved ball security and defensive hustle, and Risacher’s 11‑point, 6‑rebound, 3‑block effort against Indiana. Tip‑off is 7 p.m. CT at the American Airlines Center.
The San Antonio Spurs head to the Frost Bank Center to face the Dallas Mavericks on Oct. 24, 2026, after a 0‑2 start to the season. With the Mavericks dealing with injuries to Cooper Flagg, Derek Lively and Santi Aldama and question marks on Kyrie Irving and Zaccharie Risacher, the Spurs see a chance to snag their first win. San Antonio’s roster remains healthy but still struggled with three‑point shooting and free throws in recent losses to the Thunder and Houston. The game tips off at 7 PM CT, streamed on League Pass and televised on DAZN.
The Mavericks open the 2026‑27 season at home against a winless Spurs squad on Saturday, 7 p.m. CST at the American Airlines Center. Dallas (1‑1) rides a victory over Indiana but faces a crippling injury list: Cooper Flagg (AC‑joint sprain), Kyrie Irving (planned rest), Santi Aldama, Dereck Lively, Caleb Martin and Tarik Biberovic are all out, leaving Coach Dusty May with a thin bench. San Antonio (0‑2) also rests Tobias Harris but will rely on Victor Wembanyama to dominate. The matchup promises a test for Dallas’s young players like Marcus Sasser, Sergio De Larrea and Morez Johnson.
The San Antonio Spurs face the Dallas Mavericks Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 at 8 PM ET on KFAA‑TV and DAZN. The Western Conference showdown pits rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama against fellow youngster Cooper Flagg as both teams aim for an early Southwest Division statement. The Spurs, coming off a 116‑104 loss to the Thunder, hope Wembanyama’s two‑way dominance can spark a comeback, while the Mavericks look to build momentum after a 121‑105 win over the Pacers. Stream live on DAZN.
Kyrie Irving is ruled out of the Mavericks' home opener against the San Antonio Spurs on Oct. 24 due to left knee injury management, joining a long injury list that includes Cooper Flagg, Santi Aldama, Tarik Biberović, Dereck Lively II and Caleb Martin. Rookie Morez Johnson Jr. will play under a minutes restriction after being upgraded to probable. Coach Dusty May notes Irving’s limited minutes disrupt the usual rotation, while Naji Marshall and Marcus Sasser stepped up as point guards in Irving’s recent foul‑out, with Sasser scoring 17 in the Houston opener. Johnson, the ninth overall pick, contributed 8 points and 6 rebounds in the win at Indiana. The game tips off at 7 p.m. CT at the American Airlines Center, with Dallas heading to Miami next.
Kyrie Irving drops to doubtful for the Mavericks' home opener against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday after being listed as questionable earlier, as the left‑knee injury management continues. Meanwhile, Zaccharie Risacher and Morez Johnson Jr. move up to probable, Max Christie stays questionable, and Jett Howard improves to questionable. Dallas has already ruled out several players, including Cooper Flagg and Santi Aldama, for the 7 p.m. CT tip at American Airlines Center. Coach Dusty May says Irving will be on a minutes restriction following his ACL return, recalling his 24‑point effort before fouling out in a 121‑105 win at Indiana. The report also notes contributions from Naji Marshall, Marcus Sasser, and other bench players.
The Dallas Mavericks host the San Antonio Spurs in their home opener after a 121-105 win over Indiana, but injuries leave them shorthanded. Cooper Flagg (shoulder) and frontcourt pieces Dereck Lively II and Santi Aldama are out, giving Victor Wembanyama a clear advantage. Wembanyama posted 25 points and 13 rebounds against the Rockets, and the Spurs are projected as -12.5 favorites with the game total set at 231.5. The analysis backs a Mavericks +12.5 bet, an under 231.5 total, and a Wembanyama over 11.5 rebounds play, while suggesting Daniel Gafford under 6.5 rebounds due to limited minutes.
The Dallas Mavericks face the winless San Antonio Spurs tonight, but key playmakers Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving remain in doubt. Flagg is ruled out after an MRI shows a mild left shoulder sprain, while Irving is listed as questionable because of renewed knee soreness. The Spurs also miss frontcourt rookie Jayden Quaintance with a knee issue. Coach Dusty May is expected to rely on backcourt depth, projecting Marcus Sasser at point guard and Max Christie at shooting guard. Both teams enter the game shorthanded, adding intrigue to the early‑season matchup.
The Dallas Mavericks host the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center on Saturday, October 24, at 8:00 PM ET.
With Dallas Mavericks head coach Dusty May getting his first win in the 121-105 victory over the Indiana Pacers, the team is now dealing with injuries to two key players. As Mavericks star Cooper Flagg is battling a shoulder sprain, the status has now been revealed for Kyrie Irving and his listing for Saturday’s contest […]
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The Spurs kick off the 2026-27 NBA season with superstar Victor Wembanyama leading a young, talented core that includes De’Aaron Fox and rising guard Stephon Castle. All local games run from Oct. 20, 2026, to Apr. 11, 2027, stream exclusively on DAZN SAS, with national contests on NBC/Peacock, Prime Video, ESPN, ABC, and NBA TV. The schedule lists key matchups like the Oct. 20 Thunder‑Spurs opener (9:30 PM ET) and marquee games against the Mavericks, Warriors, Lakers, and Celtics. DAZN provides on‑demand replays, highlights, and multi‑device access, making it the go‑to platform for Spurs fans without cable.
Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg suffers a mild left‑shoulder sprain, revealed by an MRI after Friday’s win in Indiana. He will miss the home opener against San Antonio on Saturday and will be reevaluated next week, with his return uncertain for the Monday, Wednesday and Friday games. The 2025 No. 1 overall pick, Rookie of the Year, is averaging 23.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 3.0 steals and 1.0 block in the first two games of the 2026‑27 season. Flagg joins nine other Mavericks on the injury report, including Kyrie Irving and Max Christie, as Dallas adopts a cautious approach to early‑season injuries.
The Mavericks enter their home opener against the San Antonio Spurs with 10 players listed on the injury report. Kyrie Irving (left knee management) and rookie Cooper Flagg (left shoulder sprain) are among the questionable, while Max Christie, Zaccharie Risacher and Morez Johnson Jr. also miss time. Jett Howard is doubtful with calf tightness, and Santi Aldama, Tarik Biberović, Dereck Lively II and Caleb Martin are out after surgeries or sprains. Despite the setbacks, Irving scored 24 points in Friday’s 121‑105 win at Indiana, his second game back from a torn ACL. Coach Dusty May says the staff is proceeding cautiously early in the season.
Former San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks forward Jeremy Sochan is expected to be selected with the first overall pick in the NBA G League Draft, according to HoopsHype. The 23-year-old will join the Texas Legends, the Dallas Mavericks’ G League affiliate, as he looks to rebuild his career and earn another opportunity in […]
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The Dallas Mavericks announce that rookie star Cooper Flagg suffers a mild left shoulder sprain and will miss Saturday’s home opener against the San Antonio Spurs. An MRI confirmed the injury after Flagg was fouled by Aaron Nesmith with 59.7 seconds left in the first half of the 121‑105 win at Indiana, where he scored 14 points in 17 minutes. Flagg, the 2025 first‑overall pick and last season’s Rookie of the Year, had also poured 32 points in the season‑opening loss at Houston. The team, already dealing with multiple injuries, will re‑evaluate Flagg next week.
The Dallas Mavericks have added several names to the NBA injury report for Saturday, October 24, with Kyrie Irving listed as questionable and Cooper Flagg ruled out ahead of their game against the San Antonio Spurs. LeBron James remains out for the Philadelphia 76ers, while the latest report also includes updates for Washington, Chicago, Denver […]
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Victor Wembanyama says the unrest in France is on his mind but isn’t causing his early-season slump as the Spurs drop their second straight game, a 114-110 loss to the Houston Rockets on Oct. 23. After scoring just 12 points on 1‑of‑13 shooting in a 116-104 opening‑night loss to Oklahoma City, he bounced back with 25 points and 13 rebounds against Houston, though a last‑second block by Amen Thompson sealed the defeat. NBA star Kevin Durant weighed in, urging Wembanyama to focus on shooting efficiency and simplifying his offense. The Spurs sit 0‑2 as they seek consistency and better execution.
Victor Wembanyama leads a comeback as the San Antonio Spurs fall 114-110 to the Houston Rockets in a dramatic photo‑finish on Oct. 23 at Austin's Moody Center. After trailing by as many as 11 points, Wemby posts a 25‑point, 13‑rebound double‑double, while Fred VanVleet nails a buzzer‑beating three to cut the deficit before halftime. The Rockets dominate the fourth quarter with Alperen Sengun in the post, but a final layup by Wemby is blocked by Amen Thompson with five seconds left. Highlights include Wemby’s dunks, Stephon Castle’s 15‑point effort, De’Aaron Fox’s 19 points and nine assists, and Dylan Harper’s 20 points in his second start. The Spurs aim to rebound against the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday.
The San Antonio Spurs drop their second straight game, falling to the Houston Rockets in a gritty Texas showdown that saw the Rockets dominate 89% of the night. Victor Wembanyama struggled with a late defensive switch on Kevin Durant, while Fred VanVleet added a spark for Houston. Despite a 10‑point third‑quarter hole, the Spurs couldn’t recover, leaving them 0‑2 and lagging behind early‑season rivals like Miami. Coach Stephon Castle’s ball‑handling and the team’s 3‑point shooting are flagged as immediate fixes before their next matchup on Jan. 26.
Victor Wembanyama knows what he did wrong on the final offensive possession that resulted in his potential game-tying shot being blocked by Amen Thompson in the San Antonio Spurs' 114-110 loss to the Houston Rockets on Friday night.
Kevin Durant questioned Victor Wembanyama's decision to try going for a layup over Amen Thompson in the final seconds of the Houston Rockets' 114-110 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night.
Four months after meeting in the NBA Finals, the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs find themselves on the wrong side of history to start the 2026-27 season with both teams sitting at 0-2 after their first two games.