The Dallas Mavericks are expected to host the Indiana Pacers Tuesday at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, with tipoff scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET. This game is a rematch and the final meeting of their season series following the Pacers’ 133-111 home victory on February 25.
The Pacers, with a 34-28 record and currently in eighth place in the East, are coming off a 117-105 road loss to the San Antonio Spurs last Sunday. This defeat marks their second consecutive defeat and the third in their last four games.
Meanwhile, the Mavericks are 34-27 and in eighth place in the Western Conference. They suffered a 120-116 loss in their previous game against the Joel Embiid-deprived Philadelphia 76ers at home on Sunday. The Mavericks are also having a tough time, having suffered back-to-back losses and losing three of their last four games.
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Indiana Pacers vs. Dallas Mavericks Injury Report
Indiana Pacers injury report for March 5
The Pacers listed three players on their injury report: SG Ben Sheppard (illness) and SF Aaron Nesmith (left quad) are questionable, while SF Doug McDermott (calf) is out.
What happened to Aaron Nesmith?
Nesmith is listed as questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks due to a left quad contusion.
Since returning from a sprained ankle, Nesmith totaled 13 points, four rebounds and five assists in 49 minutes in two games. His potential absence could pose a challenge for a Pacers team that has lost three of its last four games.
The injury occurred during a game against the Toronto Raptors. In the third quarter of a Pacers victory, Nesmith attempted a dunk between Jakob Poeltl and Immanuel Quickley. His leg twisted awkwardly as he attempted to land, resulting in his injury.
Dallas Mavericks Injury Report for March 5
The Mavericks listed three players on their injury report: PG Luka Doncic (ankle), SF Derrick Jones Jr. (shoulder) and PF Maxi Kleber (left knee) are questionable.
What happened to Luka Doncic?
Throughout the season, Luka Doncic has been dealing with ankle issues, including a sprained right ankle he suffered before the NBA All-Star break. Despite experiencing discomfort after one play and having difficulty getting up from the floor during the game against the Sixers, he persevered and finished the game.
According to reports, Doncic aggravated his ankle injury during his stellar performance where he scored 38 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists.
How to watch Indiana Pacers vs. Dallas Mavericks?
The match between the Indiana Pacers and Dallas Mavericks will be broadcast locally on the Bally Sports Network: SW-DAL for home coverage and Indiana for away coverage, respectively. Tipoff is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET at the American Airlines Center.
It will also be available on Fubo TV and NBA League Pass, which allows viewers to access NBA TV for a one-week free trial.
