The Dallas Mavericks visit the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on March 3. Dallas is 21-39, while Charlotte is 30-31 and enters as a clear favorite.This game is largely about who is available. Dallas is missing several key players, while Charlotte has most of its rotation ready. That difference could shape how the game plays out.
Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Hornets Injury report and player availability (March 3, 2026)
Dallas Mavericks remain short-handed. Kyrie Irving and Dereck Lively II are out after surgeries. Marvin Bagley III and Naji Marshall are also unavailable.Cooper Flagg and Klay Thompson are listed as doubtful. If both sit, Dallas loses two more scoring options. Caleb Martin and P.J. Washington are expected to play. Moussa Cisse, Tyler Smith, and John Poulakidas are listed as questionable due to G League assignments.Charlotte has fewer concerns. Coby White is out, along with Tosan Evbuomwan, PJ Hall, Antonio Reeves, and Liam McNeeley. The main rotation, including LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, and Miles Bridges, is available.
| Team | Out | Doubtful/Questionable | Probable |
| Mavericks | Irving, Lively II, Bagley III, Marshall | Flagg, Thompson, Cisse, Smith, Poulakidas | Martin, Washington |
| Hornets | White, Evbuomwan, Hall, Reeves, McNeeley | None | Full core available |
Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Hornets Head-to-head record and current context
Dallas Mavericks lead the all-time series 45-25. This is the first meeting between the teams this season.The current situation is different from past results. Dallas is 12th in the West and has struggled for consistency. Charlotte is 10th in the East and still in the playoff race.
Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Hornets Team stats and recent form
Charlotte Hornets scores 116.0 points per game. The team shoots 46.1 percent from the field and 37.8 percent from three. Their net rating is +3.0. They also rank well in offensive rebounds but are near the bottom in assists.Dallas scores around 107 to 108 points per game. Shooting has been inconsistent, and the team has had trouble on the boards. They are allowing more than 115 points per game, which has hurt them in recent matchups.
| Stat (PPG unless noted) | Mavericks | Hornets |
| Record | 21-39 | 30-31 |
| Off. Rating Rank | ~20th | 9th (58.8 TS%) |
| Def. Allowed | 115.4 | 113.0 (1st!) |
| Key Split | Bench: 42.2 pts | Net +3.0 pts |
Dallas Mavericks vs Charlotte Hornets Players to watch (March 3, 2026)
Dallas will look to P.J. Washington and Caleb Martin for scoring if both play. Brandon Williams and Max Christie could also take on larger roles. Flagg’s availability matters. If he does not play, Dallas will be limited on offense.Charlotte has its main group available. LaMelo Ball handles the ball and creates chances. Brandon Miller scores from the wing. Miles Bridges contributes on both ends.Given the current lineups, Charlotte has the advantage. Dallas will need a strong effort from its available players to stay in the game.
