Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks injury report: Who’s playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (February 3, 2026) | NBA News

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The Boston Celtics visit the American Airlines Center on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, to play the Dallas Mavericks. The game features two teams in different situations. Boston is near the top of the Eastern Conference, while Dallas is trying to stay in the postseason race.Injuries are a major part of this matchup. Boston is missing its best player but still has most of its rotation available. Dallas, on the other hand, is dealing with several key absences and will rely heavily on the players who are healthy.

Boston Celtics injury report vs Dallas Mavericks (February 3, 2026)

Jayson Tatum remains out as he continues to recover from an Achilles injury. The team has been careful with his rehab, and there is hope he could return before the All-Star break. Amari Williams is also out with an undisclosed injury, which affects frontcourt depth. Chris Boucher will miss the game due to illness.Jaylen Brown is expected to lead the offense. Derrick White, Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porziņģis, Al Horford, Payton Pritchard, and Sam Hauser are all available and should handle regular minutes. Boston has stayed competitive with balanced scoring and consistent defense even without Tatum.

Dallas Mavericks injury report vs Boston Celtics (February 3, 2026)

Dallas Mavericks enters the game short-handed across the roster. Anthony Davis is out with a hand injury, removing a major interior presence. Kyrie Irving will not play because of a knee issue, leaving the team without its primary ball-handler.Dereck Lively II (foot) and Dante Exum (knee) are out for the season. P.J. Washington will miss the game after sustaining a head contusion. Brandon Williams is listed as questionable with a lower-leg injury and could have limited minutes if active.

Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks all-time head-to-head

Boston holds a slight edge in regular-season meetings.Playoff history • Boston Celtics – 4 wins • Dallas Mavericks – 1 win • Series record: Celtics lead 1-0The teams met once in the playoffs, during the 2022 NBA Finals. Boston won the series 4-2, and Dallas earned its only win in Game 4.

Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks Recent meetings trend

Since 2004, the teams have played 49 games. Dallas has won 27, while Boston has won 22. The Mavericks have averaged about 102.4 points in those games, and Boston has allowed roughly 102.8, showing that the matchups are often close.

2025-26 season snapshot and standings

Boston is firmly in the upper group of the East. Dallas has lost four straight games and is trying to avoid falling further behind in the play-in race.

Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks Team performance entering Feb. 3

Boston Celtics team stats

• Points per game: ~114.1 • Opponent points per game: ~105.1 • Rebounds: ~47.2 • Assists: ~24.3 • Steals: ~7.2 • Blocks: ~5.0 • Field-goal percentage: ~45.3%Boston continues to rely on defense and shared scoring.

Dallas Mavericks team stats

• Points per game: Low 110s • Defensive rating: Among the weaker marks in the league, especially without Davis and Lively II • Recent form: Four straight losses, with scoring and late-game execution slipping

Key factors in the Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks matchup

– Brown as the main scorer: Jaylen Brown is expected to take on a larger scoring role, while Holiday and White handle playmaking responsibilities. Boston’s depth could create problems for a thin Dallas rotation.– Managing injuries: Boston continues to take a cautious approach with Tatum. Dallas is adjusting lineups as injuries persist, and the performance of role players will be important.

What to expect from the Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks game

Boston should enter as the favorite, even on the road, because of its defense and roster balance. The Celtics may look to push the pace, target mismatches, and rely on perimeter shooting. Dallas could slow the tempo and run more half-court offense through Flagg. Important factors include Brown’s efficiency, Cooper’s ability to handle a high number of possessions without turnovers, and whether Dallas’ supporting cast can provide enough scoring.This game reflects how each team is handling injuries. Boston still has a steady rotation even without Tatum. Dallas is trying to stay competitive while several key players are out. The outcome could come down to Boston’s depth and defense against Dončić’s ability to lead the offense and get enough help from his teammates.