Sacramento Kings and Dallas Mavericks meet on February 26 with both teams missing several key players. The game will depend on who is available and how each side adjusts its rotation.Sacramento are more affected. Most of their regular starters are out, which forces a different lineup and more responsibility on the few players available. Dallas also have injuries, but they still have more of their main contributors ready.
Sacramento Kings vs Dallas Mavericks injury report (February 26, 2026)
The Sacramento Kings will be without Dylan Cardwell, De’Andre Hunter, Zach LaVine, Keegan Murray, Domantas Sabonis, and Russell Westbrook. Malik Monk is listed as questionable with an ankle issue. DeMar DeRozan and Devin Carter are expected to handle most of the scoring.Dallas are also missing several players. Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving, Dereck Lively II, and P.J. Washington are out. Daniel Gafford is doubtful, while Khris Middleton is likely to play.
| Team | Out | Questionable/Doubtful | Probable |
| Kings | Cardwell, Hunter, LaVine, Murray, Sabonis, Westbrook | Monk (ankle) | – |
| Mavericks | Flagg, Irving, Lively II, Washington | Gafford (ankle) | Middleton (shoulder) |
Kings vs Mavericks Available players
Sacramento’s available group includes guards Russell Westbrook, Devin Carter, Malik Monk, and DeMar DeRozan. Their forwards are Keegan Murray, Nique Clifford, De’Andre Hunter, and Zach LaVine. Centers include Domantas Sabonis and Dylan Cardwell, with Dario Saric, Dennis Schroder, and Drew Eubanks as depth options.Dallas still have a usable rotation. Guards include Kyrie Irving, D’Angelo Russell, Klay Thompson, Jaden Hardy, and Brandon Williams. Their forwards are Anthony Davis, Cooper Flagg, Daniel Gafford, P.J. Washington, Naji Marshall, and Caleb Martin. Centers include Dereck Lively II and Moussa Cisse.
Sacramento Kings vs Dallas Mavericks Season numbers and form
Sacramento are 13-47 and last in the Western Conference. They average 110.1 points, 41.4 rebounds, and 25.1 assists per game, while allowing 121.1 points. Their shooting numbers are 46.1 percent from the field and 33.8 percent from three.Dallas are 21-36 and fourth in the Southwest Division. They have lost their last four games. Anthony Davis remains their main option inside. The team has struggled on the road with a 7-20 record.
| Stat (Per Game) | Kings | Mavericks Rank/Context |
| Points | 110.1 (26th) | Lower scoring, injury-hit |
| Rebounds | 41.4 (23rd) | Reduced presence without Sabonis |
| Opp. Points | 121.1 | Defensive issues |
| Record | 13-47 | 15th West |
Sacramento Kings vs Dallas Mavericks Previous meeting and key matchup
Dallas lead the all-time series 104-84. Their last meeting on January 7 ended in a 100-98 win. Brandon Williams made the deciding three-pointer. Cooper Flagg scored 20 in that game but will not play here.Sacramento will depend on DeRozan for scoring. Dallas will rely on Anthony Davis inside and Klay Thompson on the perimeter. Sacramento allow 36.5 percent from three, which could be an issue.
Sacramento Kings vs Dallas Mavericks Expected result
Both teams are missing players, but Dallas have more of their main group available. That gives them an advantage.Sacramento can stay competitive, but Dallas have better balance in their current lineup. That should help them finish the game and secure the win.