The Mavericks vs. Thunder matchup on Monday night brings together two teams with very different early-season stories. Oklahoma City has opened the year unbeaten at 3–0, though two of those wins came in double overtime before they finally found breathing room in a 117–100 victory over Atlanta.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been electric, averaging 40 points per game while carrying a rotation thinned by injuries. Chet Holmgren and Ajay Mitchell have provided strong support, but the Thunder’s defense hasn’t yet reached the elite level it showed last season.
Dallas, meanwhile, enters on the second night of a back-to-back after notching its first win of the season. The Mavericks have struggled offensively, ranking in the league’s bottom 10 at just 112.7 points per game.
Anthony Davis has been their anchor, averaging 24.7 points, 12 rebounds, and four combined steals and blocks, while rookie Cooper Flagg continues to adjust with 16.7 points per game. Still, the lack of a true playmaker has hurt ball movement, leaving Dallas searching for rhythm as they prepare to host the unbeaten Thunder.
Game Details
Daniel Gafford has been ruled out with an ankle injury and will not be available for Sunday’s matchup against the Raptors. His status will be monitored moving forward.
Dante Exum is sidelined with a knee injury and has been ruled out for Sunday’s contest. He will be evaluated on a day‑to‑day basis before a potential return.
Brandon Williams is out due to personal reasons and will not play against Toronto. His return timeline remains uncertain.
Kyrie Irving continues to recover from a knee injury and has been ruled out until at least January 1. Despite earlier reports of progress, head coach Jason Kidd confirmed at Media Day that Irving is not ahead of schedule.
Jalen Williams has been ruled out with a wrist injury and will not be available for Monday’s game against the Mavericks. His earliest return could come on October 28.
Isaiah Joe is sidelined with a knee injury and has been ruled out for Monday’s contest. He will be monitored day-to-day before a potential return.
Alex Caruso is out due to a concussion and will not play against Dallas. His status will be re-evaluated after October 28.
Chet Holmgren is listed as day-to-day with a back issue and is questionable for Monday’s matchup. His availability will be determined closer to tip-off.
Nikola Topić is out with a groin injury and is not expected back until November 11. The Thunder recently exercised his team option for the 2026–27 season.
Kenrich Williams underwent surgery on his left knee and will be re-evaluated in six to eight weeks. His earliest return is projected for November 11.
Thomas Sorber is out for the season after tearing the ACL in his right knee during an offseason workout.
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PG: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
SG: Cason Wallace
SF: Lu Dort
PF: Chet Holmgren
C: Isaiah HartensteinDallas Mavericks
PG: Cooper Flagg
SG: Klay Thompson
SF: P.J. Washington
PF: Anthony Davis
C:Dereck Lively II
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