Dallas enters Thursday’s game with a 19-28 record after losing at home to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night.
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In Wednesday’s loss to the Timberwolves, P.J. Washington led the way for the Mavericks as he recorded 21 points and seven rebounds while Naji Marshall added 18 points and six rebounds of his own.
Now Dallas will try to bounce back on Thursday as they face off against the Hornets in a tough home matchup.
On the other side, Charlotte enters Thursday’s contest with a 20-28 record after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies on the road on Wednesday night.
Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24)Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Brandon Miller led the way for the Hornets in Wednesday’s victory as he ended the game with 26 points and three assists while Miles Bridges recorded 20 points, six rebounds and three assists.
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While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Thursday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Hornets Injury Report, Will Brandon Miller Play?
For the Hornets, they have three players listed on their injury report for Thursday, including Miller.
Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon MillerScott Kinser-Imagn Images
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Charlotte has listed Miller as probable due to a left ankle impingement and he is expected to play against the Mavericks.
The Hornets have ruled out Grant Williams due to right knee injury management while Mason Plumlee remains sidelined while recovering from right groin surgery.
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Mavericks Injury Report, Will Cooper Flagg, Klay Thompson Play?
On the other side, the Mavericks have seven players listed on their injury report, though Cooper Flagg is not one of them.
Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32)Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Of course, Flagg missed Wednesday’s game due to ankle injury management but is off the injury report and will return on Thursday night.
Dallas has listed Klay Thompson as probable with left knee soreness and he is also expected to return after missing Wednesday’s loss.
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Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31).Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
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The Mavericks have ruled out Naji Marshall due to rest as he will miss his first game of the season while Brandon Williams is questionable due to a right ankle sprain.
Anthony Davis, Dante Exum, Kyrie Irving and Dereck Lively II have all been ruled out as they remain sidelined while recovering from injuries.
Fans can catch Thursday night’s matchup between the Hornets and Mavericks from Dallas at 8:30 p.m. EST.
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Jan 29, 2026, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.