The Dallas Mavericks are at home on Tuesday night as they host the Denver Nuggets in a Western Conference matchup.
Dallas enters Tuesday’s game with an 11-19 record after losing on the road to the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday night.
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Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (3).Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
In Monday’s loss to the Pelicans, Anthony Davis led the way for the Mavericks as he recorded 35 points and 17 rebounds while Klay Thompson added 20 points and five rebounds of his own off the bench.
Now Dallas will try to bounce back at home on Tuesday as they face off against the Nuggets in a tough matchup.
On the other side, Denver enters Tuesday’s contest with a 21-7 record after defeating the Utah Jazz at home on Monday night.
Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27)© Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Jamal Murray led the way for the Nuggets in Monday’s victory as he ended the game with 27 points, six rebounds and five assists while Cameron Johnson added 20 points and four assists of his own.
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While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Tuesday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Nuggets Injury Report, Will Jonas Valanciunas, Peyton Watson Play?
For the Nuggets, they have four players listed on their injury report, including both Jonas Valanciunas and Peyton Watson.
Denver Nuggets center Jonas ValanciunasDenis Poroy-Imagn Images
Denver has listed Valanciunas as probable due to an illness and he is expected to play after he was able to play through the illness on Monday night against the Jazz.
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The Nuggets have also listed Watson as probable with a right trunk contusion and he is expected to play after he was able to play through the injury on Monday.
Denver Nuggets guard Peyton Watson (8)David Gonzales-Imagn Images
Aaron Gordon and Christian Braun have been ruled out for Tuesday’s game as they continue to be sidelined while recovering from injuries.
Mavericks Injury Report, Will Klay Thompson, P.J. Washington Play?
On the other side, the Mavericks have eight players listed on their injury report, including both Thompson and P.J. Washington.
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Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson (31)Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
Dallas has listed Thompson as doubtful due to left knee soreness and he is expected to miss Tuesday’s contest after he was able to play through the injury on Monday.
With Thompson likely to be sidelined against the Nuggets, Naji Marshall and Caleb Martin could both have increased roles.
The Mavericks have also listed Max Christie as doubtful with an illness while Dwight Powell and Brandon Williams are both listed as questionable.
Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (25)© Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
Washington has also been listed as questionable with right midfoot soreness and he is in danger of missing his first game since December 5.
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Kyrie Irving, Dereck Lively II and Dante Exum have all been ruled out as they continue to recover from injuries.
Fans can catch Tuesday night’s matchup between the Nuggets and Mavericks from Dallas at 8:00 p.m. EST on NBC and Peacock.
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Dec 23, 2025, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.