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Mavericks vs Pelicans tips off at 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT) on Monday, January 4, 2027 at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans. TV: WFAA / KFAA (Mavericks), Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network (Pelicans).
How to Watch Mavericks vs Pelicans: Time, TV & Stream
- Date & time
- Monday, January 4, 20278:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
- Watch on
- Local TV onlyLocal: Mavericks WFAA / KFAA · Pelicans Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network
- Stream
- NBA League PassMavericks: MavsTV · Pelicans: Pelicans+
- Arena
- Smoothie King CenterNew Orleans
League Pass carries this game outside both teams' markets; inside them it is on the local channel or stream. Outside the US: NBA League Pass International, no blackouts. Canada: NBA League Pass Canada.
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Injury Report
| Player | Team | Pos | Status | Injury | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caleb Martin |  Mavericks | F | Day-To-Day | Thumb | Oct 20, 2026 |
| Naji Marshall | Mavericks | F | Day-To-Day | Illness | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Sergio De Larrea | Mavericks | G | Day-To-Day | Knee | Oct 26, 2026 |
| Tarik Biberović | Mavericks | F | Day-To-Day | Heel | Oct 20, 2026 |
| Yves Missi |  Pelicans | C | Day-To-Day | Knee | Oct 23, 2026 |
Status as of 11:00 AM ET, Oct 27. Teams can change a player's status up to tip-off; check team announcements before the game.
Key Players
Mavericks
Cooper FlaggG-F · 3 GP25.0PTS5.3REB6.3AST
Kyrie IrvingG · 3 GP19.0PTS3.7REB3.7AST
P.J. Washington Jr.F · 4 GP15.5PTS7.5REB1.5AST
Pelicans
Zion WilliamsonF · 3 GP20.7PTS3.3REB2.3AST
Dejounte MurrayG · 3 GP20.3PTS5.0REB6.3AST
Saddiq BeyF · 3 GP15.7PTS4.0REB1.3AST
Season averages, top three scorers per team.
Mavericks vs Pelicans Preview
The Mavericks are 2-2 this season, while the Pelicans are 0-3 this season.
The Pelicans won last season's series 3-1. The Pelicans rank 3rd in points per game, the biggest gap between these teams. Players to watch: Cooper Flagg (25.0 points per game) and Zion Williamson (20.7 points per game).
Mavericks vs Pelicans Head-to-Head
Previous meetings
- Mar 16, 2026 Mavericks @ Pelicans 111-129
- Dec 22, 2025 Mavericks @ Pelicans 113-119
- Nov 21, 2025 Pelicans @ Mavericks 115-118
- Nov 5, 2025 Pelicans @ Mavericks 101-99
Mavericks vs Pelicans Season Stats 2026-27
Regular-season averages; rank of 30 teams.
Standings Context
Western Conference
| # | Team | W-L | GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 |  Trail Blazers | 2-0 | 1.0 |
| 6 |  Timberwolves | 3-1 | 1.0 |
| 7 | Mavericks | 2-2 | 2.0 |
| 8 |  Clippers | 1-2 | 2.5 |
| 9 |  Spurs | 1-2 | 2.5 |
| 12 |  Warriors | 1-3 | 3.0 |
| 13 |  Jazz | 1-3 | 3.0 |
| 14 | Pelicans | 0-3 | 3.5 |
| 15 |  Kings | 0-3 | 3.5 |
More NBA Games on Jan 4, 2027
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This Mavericks vs Pelicans page updates on its own: live score during the game, box score and recap minutes after the final buzzer. Next: Mavericks host the Trail Blazers Jan 7; Pelicans host the Trail Blazers Jan 6.
Mavericks vs Pelicans FAQs
What time does Mavericks vs Pelicans start?
The Dallas Mavericks play the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday, January 4, 2027 at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. Tip-off is 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT).
What channel is Mavericks vs Pelicans on?
Local TV: WFAA / KFAA (Mavericks), Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network (Pelicans). Out-of-market fans can stream it on NBA League Pass.
What are the Mavericks and Pelicans records?
Going into this game the Mavericks were 2-2 and the Pelicans were 0-3 this season.
Who is injured for Mavericks vs Pelicans?
As of 11:00 AM ET, Oct 27: Caleb Martin (Mavericks, day-to-day, thumb); Naji Marshall (Mavericks, day-to-day, illness); Sergio De Larrea (Mavericks, day-to-day, knee); Tarik Biberović (Mavericks, day-to-day, heel); Yves Missi (Pelicans, day-to-day, knee).
How did Mavericks vs Pelicans go last season?
The Pelicans won the regular-season series 3-1 in 2025-26.
Who won the last Mavericks vs Pelicans game?
The Pelicans beat the Mavericks 129-111 on Mar 16, 2026 at home.
Where is Mavericks vs Pelicans being played?
At Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, the home arena of the New Orleans Pelicans.
Is Mavericks vs Pelicans on NBA League Pass?
Yes, outside the Mavericks and Pelicans markets. Inside them the game is on the local channel and the team's streaming service (Pelicans+ for Pelicans fans). Outside the US, NBA League Pass International carries every game.