Suns Look to Rebound Against Struggling Mavericks

Phoenix hosts Dallas in key Western Conference matchup

Feb. 10, 2026 at 7:15pm

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The Phoenix Suns (31-22) host the Dallas Mavericks (19-33) on Tuesday night in a battle of two teams heading in opposite directions. The Suns have lost 3 of their last 4 games, while the Mavericks have dropped 7 straight. Phoenix will be without several key players due to injuries, while Dallas may be missing Klay Thompson for rest purposes.

Why it matters

This game is an important one for the Suns as they look to get back on track and maintain their position in the crowded Western Conference playoff race. The Mavericks, on the other hand, are quickly falling out of contention and need a win to stop the bleeding.

The details

The Suns will be without Grayson Allen (right knee sprain), Isaiah Livers (left shoulder sprain), and Cole Anthony (not with team) for this matchup. The Mavericks have listed Klay Thompson as questionable due to rest. Phoenix defeated Dallas 123-114 in their previous meeting on Nov. 12.

  • The game tips off at 7 p.m. MST on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
  • The Suns are 1-3 in their last 4 games.
  • The Mavericks have lost 7 straight games.

The players

Grayson Allen

Suns player who is out with a right knee sprain.

Isaiah Livers

Suns player who is out with a left shoulder sprain.

Cole Anthony

Suns player who is not with the team.

Klay Thompson

Mavericks player who is listed as questionable due to rest.

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What they’re saying

“We must find a way to get back on track and get this win against Dallas. Every game is crucial at this point in the season.”

— Devin Booker, Suns Guard (azcentral.com)

What’s next

The Suns will look to build momentum with a win over the Mavericks before facing the Warriors on Thursday.

The takeaway

This game is a crucial one for the Suns as they try to solidify their playoff positioning in the West. A loss to the struggling Mavericks would be a setback, while a win could help Phoenix regain its footing heading into the final stretch of the regular season.