Dallas Mavericks host Los Angeles Clippers in battle of Western Conference foes

The Mavericks look to end their 10-game home losing streak against the Clippers

Mar. 20, 2026 at 6:03am

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The Dallas Mavericks (23-47) will host the Los Angeles Clippers (34-36) in a Western Conference matchup on Saturday night. The Mavericks have struggled at home this season, going 12-30 against Western Conference opponents and 8-25 in games decided by at least 10 points. The Clippers have fared better, going 21-23 against Western Conference foes and 17-25 against opponents above .500.

Why it matters

This game is important for both teams as they look to improve their standing in the highly competitive Western Conference. The Mavericks are hoping to end their prolonged home slide, while the Clippers are aiming to solidify their position in the playoff race.

The details

The Mavericks average 10.7 made 3-pointers per game, 2.7 fewer than the Clippers allow (13.4). The Clippers are shooting 48.3% from the field, 0.9% higher than the 47.4% the Mavericks' opponents have shot this season. In their previous meeting on November 30, the Mavericks won 114-110, with Cooper Flagg scoring 35 points.

  • The teams will face off on Saturday, March 20, 2026 at 8:30 p.m. EDT.

The players

Naji Marshall

Mavericks player who is shooting 52.1% and averaging 15.1 points per game.

Cooper Flagg

Mavericks player who scored 35 points in the teams' previous meeting on November 30.

Kawhi Leonard

Clippers player who is scoring 28.2 points per game and averaging 6.4 rebounds.

Darius Garland

Clippers player who is averaging 2.5 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games.

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What’s next

The teams will face off again on April 5, 2026 in Los Angeles.

The takeaway

This game will be a crucial test for both teams as they look to improve their standing in the Western Conference. The Mavericks will need to find a way to end their prolonged home slide, while the Clippers will aim to solidify their position in the playoff race.