The LA Clippers (16-12) are set to face the Dallas Mavericks (17-10) in a matchup that highlights two teams with contrasting recent performances. The Clippers enter the game on a two-game winning streak, while the Mavericks are looking to bounce back from a single loss. Both teams have shown competitive records within their conferences, with the Clippers holding an 11-11 conference record and the Mavericks at 11-8.
Key players for the Mavericks include Luka Dončić, who leads the team in points (28.9 PPG), rebounds (8.6 RPG), assists (8.2 APG), and steals (2.1 SPG). The Clippers’ offense is spearheaded by Norman Powell, averaging 23.7 PPG, while Ivica Zubac leads in rebounds with 12.3 RPG. Both teams will be missing significant contributors due to injuries, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this matchup at the American Airlines Center.
LA Clippers at Dallas Mavericks Game Information
Game Date: December 21, 2024
Game Time: 08:30 PM ET
TV Channel: NBA League Pass Channel 9
Location: American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
Dallas Mavericks Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 17-10
Conference Record: 11-8
Division Record: 4-1
Streak: 1 loss
LA Clippers Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 16-12
Conference Record: 11-11
Division Record: 4-2
Streak: 2 win
Stat Leaders
Dallas Mavericks (17-10, #3 in division)
Points Leader: Luka Dončić, 28.9 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Luka Dončić, 8.55 RPG
Assists Leader: Luka Dončić, 8.2 APG
Steals Leader: Luka Dončić, 2.1 SPG
Blocks Leader: Dereck Lively II, 1.64 BPG
LA Clippers (16-12, #1 in division)
Points Leader: Norman Powell, 23.7 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Ivica Zubac, 12.29 RPG
Assists Leader: James Harden, 8.3 APG
Steals Leader: Cam Christie, 2 SPG
Blocks Leader: Mo Bamba, 1.08 BPG
Dallas Mavericks Injury Report
Jaden Hardy – Ankle (Out) – The Mavericks have listed Hardy as Out for Saturday’s (Dec. 21) game against the Clippers.
Dante Exum – Wrist (Out) – Exum is expected to miss three months after undergoing right wrist surgery on Wednesday (Oct. 9), per Shams Charania of ESPN.
Brandon Williams – Thumb (Out) – The Mavericks have listed Williams as Out for Saturday’s (Dec. 21) game against the Clippers.
Kyrie Irving – Shoulder (Day To Day) – Irving did not play in Thursday’s (Dec. 19) game against the Clippers.
Luka Dončić – Heel (Out) – The Mavericks have listed Doncic as Out for Saturday’s (Dec. 21) game against the Clippers.
LA Clippers Injury Report
Terance Mann – Finger (Out) – Mann will undergo surgery to repair his fractured left middle finger and will be re-evaluated in three weeks, according to Joey Linn of SI.com.
Kobe Brown – Back (Out) – The Clippers have listed Brown as Out for Saturday’s (Dec. 21) game against the Mavericks.
Kawhi Leonard – Knee (Out) – Leonard will not play during the Clippers’ upcoming three-game road trip, per Joey Linn of SI.com.
P.J. Tucker – Personal (Out) – The Clippers announced that F P.J. Tucker won’t be with the team for the time being, according to Joey Linn of SI.com.
Dallas Mavericks Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 21, 2024 vs LA Clippers
December 23, 2024 vs Portland Trail Blazers
December 25, 2024 vs Minnesota Timberwolves
December 27, 2024 at Phoenix Suns
December 28, 2024 at Portland Trail Blazers
December 30, 2024 at Sacramento Kings
January 01, 2025 at Houston Rockets
January 03, 2025 vs Cleveland Cavaliers
January 06, 2025 at Memphis Grizzlies
January 07, 2025 vs Los Angeles Lakers
LA Clippers Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 21, 2024 at Dallas Mavericks
December 23, 2024 at Memphis Grizzlies
December 27, 2024 vs Golden State Warriors
December 30, 2024 at New Orleans Pelicans
December 31, 2024 at San Antonio Spurs
January 02, 2025 at Oklahoma City Thunder
January 04, 2025 vs Atlanta Hawks
January 06, 2025 at Minnesota Timberwolves
January 08, 2025 at Denver Nuggets
January 11, 2025 vs Charlotte Hornets
