The Dallas Mavericks' complete 2026-27 regular season schedule has been released, setting the stage for a campaign where they aim to build on recent momentum. The team enters the new schedule on a two-game winning run, with their last result a 149-128 victory over the Chicago Bulls on April 13, 2026. Their recent form over the last five games stands at 2 wins and 3 losses (WWLLL).
What does the 2026-27 schedule look like for the Mavericks?
The Mavericks open the season on the road against the Houston Rockets on October 21st, ending a three-year tradition of starting against the San Antonio Spurs. The full slate includes 21 nationally televised games and 15 back-to-back sets, a challenging load for any NBA team.
Their longest homestand is just four games, occurring twice from February 6th to 9th and again from March 9th to 15th. Conversely, their toughest road stretch is a five-game trip from March 17th to 24th, facing the OKC Thunder, San Antonio Spurs, LA Lakers, LA Clippers, and Minnesota Timberwolves. You can track all upcoming games on our [fixtures](/fixtures) page.
The first six games are particularly difficult: at Houston, at Indiana, vs. San Antonio, at Miami, vs. OKC, and vs. Houston. The regular season concludes on April 11th against the Memphis Grizzlies.
Which games are the biggest matchups?
Key dates include two games against Anthony Davis and the Washington Wizards on March 11th at home and March 28th on the road. The battles with Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers are also circled, especially the home game on February 28th, which is also Doncic's birthday.
Other meetings with the Lakers are set for March 21st and April 6th, both on the road. The Presidents' Day game against the Philadelphia 76ers was already known from the NBA Cup schedule reveal. These high-profile games will test the Mavericks' perimeter defense and pick-and-roll coverage.
What is the expected outcome for the Mavericks this season?
Expectations are tempered after a difficult 2025-26 season. The team won just 26 games last year after Kyrie Irving missed the entire season and Anthony Davis was injured before being traded. Rookie Cooper Flagg was left to carry a heavy load.
FanDuel Sportsbook projects the Mavericks for 32.5 wins, a modest 6.5-win improvement. Getting Irving back, even for 55-60 games, should help in clutch situations. Dallas led the NBA in clutch games played last season, and Irving is one of the league's best in those moments.
Dereck Lively II's return is also significant after he appeared in only 7 games last year. His presence in the paint for around 40 games would be a major boost. The franchise has added more shooting, youth, a new head coach, and a new front office.
While competing for a top playoff spot may be a stretch, the Mavericks should be in the mix for the Play-In Tournament. Their ability to handle the schedule's physical demands and back-to-backs will be key. Check the latest player availability on our [injuries](/injuries) page.
The team's recent 2W-0D-3L form shows they can win games but also struggle with consistency. Building on their current two-game winning streak will be essential for early season confidence. The front office's moves will be judged on how they translate to wins and points on the board.
