The Dallas Mavericks play the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on March 6, 2026. Boston won the first meeting between the teams this season, beating Dallas 110-100 on February 3. The rematch comes at a time when the Celtics are near the top of the Eastern Conference, while the Mavericks are dealing with injuries and trying to stay competitive.Boston enters the game in a much stronger position in the standings. Dallas has struggled through the season and is missing several key players. Player availability could have a major impact on how this game plays out.
Boston Celtics injury report and availability vs Dallas Mavericks (March 6, 2026)
Jayson Tatum is available after returning from an Achilles injury that kept him out for about 10 months. His return gives Boston another scoring option and strengthens the starting lineup.Other than Tatum’s earlier injury, the Celtics do not have major concerns on the injury report. Jaylen Brown and Derrick White are both available and expected to play their usual roles.
Dallas Mavericks injury report vs Boston Celtics (March 6, 2026)
Dallas Mavericks is dealing with several long-term absences. Kyrie Irving is out for the season because of a knee injury. Dereck Lively II is also out for the season after foot surgery.Marvin Bagley III is listed as day-to-day with a neck sprain. Brandon Williams is probable while dealing with a quadriceps issue. Daniel Gafford is listed as doubtful. Rookie Cooper Flagg has been cleared to play. Klay Thompson could return as well, which would help Dallas with outside shooting.
Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics Current rosters
Dallas Mavericks Key Players
• Guards: Klay Thompson (SG), Naji Marshall (SG), Max Christie (SG), Brandon Williams (PG), AJ Johnson (PG), Ryan Nembhard (PG) • Forwards: Cooper Flagg (SF), Khris Middleton (SF), Caleb Martin (SF), PJ Washington (PF), Tyler Smith (PF), Jeremiah Robinson-Earl (PF) • Centers: Marvin Bagley III (C), Daniel Gafford (C), Moussa Cisse (C), Dwight Powell (C)
Boston Celtics Key Players
• Guards: Derrick White (SG), Payton Pritchard (PG), Baylor Scheierman (SG), Max Shulga (PG), John Tonje (SG) • Forwards: Jaylen Brown (SF), Jayson Tatum (PF), Sam Hauser (SF), Ron Harper Jr. (SF), Hugo Gonzalez (SF), Jordan Walsh (SF) • Centers: Nikola Vucevic (C), Neemias Queta (C), Amari Williams (C), Luka Garza (PF)These rosters reflect players active during the 2025-26 season and do not include former Mavericks star Luka Doncic.
Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics Head-to-head record
Boston leads the all-time regular season series between the teams. The Celtics have won 48 of the 89 meetings, while Dallas has won 41.The teams already met once this season. Boston won that game 110-100 in Dallas. Jaylen Brown scored 33 points in the win.
Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics Team statistics and standings
Boston has one of the better records in the league. The Celtics are 41-21 and lead the Atlantic Division. They are also strong at home with a 20-10 record. The team averages 111.6 points per game and makes 15.4 three-pointers per game while committing only 11.6 turnovers.Dallas is 21-40 this season and has struggled on the road with a 7-20 record. The Mavericks score 107.8 points per game and shoot .445 from the field. They allow 115.4 points per game. Rebounding has been one of their stronger areas with 43.4 per game.
| Stat Category | Mavericks | Celtics |
| Record | 21-40 | 41-21 |
| PPG | 107.8 | 111.6 |
| Opp PPG | 115.4 | 110.3 |
| FG% | .445 | .436 |
| 3PT% | .319 | .326 |
| TRB/G | 43.4 | 43.6 |
| APG | 23.2 | 22.3 |
Dallas Mavericks vs Boston Celtics Game outlook
Boston has the healthier roster and the better record going into this game. Tatum’s return adds another scoring option next to Brown and White.Dallas will rely on players such as Thompson and Flagg to carry more of the offense. However, the absence of Irving and Lively, along with Gafford’s doubtful status, leaves the Mavericks with fewer options inside.Also read: Is Cooper Flagg playing tonight vs the Boston Celtics? Latest update on the Dallas Mavericks star’s injury report (March 6, 2026)Boston enters the game as a clear favorite. Dallas will need strong performances from several players to stay close.
