Dallas Mavericks vs San Antonio Spurs injury report: Who’s playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (February 7, 2026) | NBA News
The Dallas Mavericks play the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio. The teams met less than 24 hours earlier, when the Spurs defeated Dallas 135-123.San Antonio enters the game in strong form and holds one of the top records in the Western Conference. Dallas has lost six straight and continues to deal with injuries that have reduced its rotation. Player availability is expected to play a major role again in this matchup.
Dallas Mavericks Injury Report vs San Antonio Spurs (February 7, 2026)
Dallas Mavericks are short-handed, especially in the frontcourt.Out • Kyrie Irving (PG) – Recovering from left knee surgery and has not played since early January. • Dereck Lively II (C) – Out for the season after right foot surgery, leaving Dwight Powell and Daniel Gafford to handle most of the minutes at center.Doubtful • Khris Middleton (SF) – Listed as doubtful due to a trade-pending situation and is not expected to play. • Ryan Nembhard (PG) – Two-way guard is doubtful, limiting depth behind D’Angelo Russell and Brandon Williams.Questionable / Game-time • Marvin Bagley III (PF/C) – Not injury-related; status appears tied to roster decisions. • Brandon Williams (PG) – Probable with a right lower-leg contusion but could see limited minutes.Dallas lacks depth at guard and center, which could be a problem against Victor Wembanyama and possibly De’Aaron Fox.
San Antonio Spurs Injury Report vs Dallas Mavericks (February 7, 2026)
The San Antonio Spurs are in better health but still monitoring a few players.Out • Lindy Waters III (SF) – Knee injury expected to keep him out through early February.Questionable • De’Aaron Fox (PG) – Dealing with mid-back soreness. If he plays, his minutes may be managed. • Jeremy Sochan (SF/PF) – Has a quadriceps strain that could affect San Antonio’s defense. • Luke Kornet (C) – Listed with ankle and leg issues. If unavailable, the Spurs may rely more on smaller lineups alongside Wembanyama.Victor Wembanyama, Fox, and Devin Vassell remain the core of the rotation, and San Antonio is favored entering the game.
Dallas Mavericks vs San Antonio Spurs Recent Meetings and Season Context
Dallas and San Antonio have already played twice in 2026, with the Spurs winning both games by double digits.February 5, 2026 – Spurs 135, Mavericks 123 • Victor Wembanyama: 29 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 blocks. • Cooper Flagg: 32 points, his fourth straight 30-point game. • San Antonio shot 47.2% from the field and 40.5% from three. Dallas committed 15 turnovers.
Dallas Mavericks vs San Antonio Spurs Season snapshot
• Spurs lead the series 2-0. • San Antonio is 35-17 (2nd in the West). • Dallas is 19-32 (12th).This is the third meeting between the teams this season and the second on consecutive nights.
Dallas Mavericks vs San Antonio Spurs Team Stats Comparison
| Metric | Dallas Mavericks | San Antonio Spurs |
| Record | 19-32 (.373) | 35-17 (.673) |
| Offensive rating (approx.) | Around 112-113 (below league avg) | Around 118-119 (top-10 offense) |
| Defensive rating (approx.) | Roughly 117-118 (bottom-tier defense) | Roughly 112-113 (top-10 defense) |
| Pace | Slightly above league average | Slightly above league average |
| Three-point % | ~34-35% (league-average) | ~37-38% (elite volume and efficiency) |
San Antonio has been more efficient on both ends of the floor. Dallas has struggled defensively and has not received consistent bench scoring without Irving and Lively.
Dallas Mavericks vs San Antonio Spurs Players to Watch (February 7, 2026)
Spurs • Victor Wembanyama – Averaging about 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 2.7 blocks. He impacted the previous game on both ends. • De’Aaron Fox – Averaging roughly 19-20 points and 6-7 assists when healthy. His speed can pressure defenses. • Devin Vassell – Producing around 14-15 points per game and remains a reliable outside shooter.Mavericks • Cooper Flagg – Averaging about 22-24 points, 7-8 rebounds, and 3-4 assists. He has scored at least 30 points in four straight games. • P.J. Washington – Posting roughly 15-16 points and 8 rebounds while taking on key defensive assignments. • D’Angelo Russell – Contributing about 11-12 points and 5-6 assists but can be targeted defensively.
What Could Decide the Dallas Mavericks vs San Antonio Spurs Game
If Fox plays, San Antonio’s offense gains another primary ball handler and becomes harder to defend. If he does not, the Spurs may rely more on Wembanyama in half-court sets and on Stephon Castle to help create offense.Dallas will need strong scoring from Cooper Flagg and support from players such as Naji Marshall. Shot-making from multiple players is necessary to keep up with San Antonio’s offense.
Why This Game Matters
For Dallas, the game is another chance to measure progress against a team near the top of the conference. For San Antonio, it is an opportunity to maintain its position and continue a strong stretch of play.With Dallas dealing with injuries and San Antonio monitoring a few key players, the February 7 matchup reflects the current gap between the teams and where they stand this season.
