Dallas Mavericks vs New York Knicks injury report: Injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (January 19, 2026)

The Dallas Mavericks visit Madison Square Garden on January 19 to face the New York Knicks in a game shaped almost entirely by injuries. Tip-off is set for 5:00 PM ET. Dallas enters at 17-26 after two straight wins over Utah. New York is 25-17 but comes in on a three-game losing streak after losses to Phoenix and Golden State.The records matter less than who is available. Dallas is missing much of its rotation, forcing players into unfamiliar roles. New York has fewer names on the injury report, but the status of its top guard could decide how the night unfolds.Dallas Mavericks is without several core players. Anthony Davis remains out with a left finger sprain. Kyrie Irving is still recovering from left knee surgery. Dereck Lively II continues to rehab from right foot surgery, while Dante Exum is sidelined following right knee surgery.The rotation is further thinned by Daniel Gafford, who is out with a right ankle sprain, P.J. Washington, who is away for personal reasons, and D’Angelo Russell, who is unavailable due to illness. Dallas already struggles from three-point range, and these absences limit lineup options even more.Rookie Cooper Flagg is questionable with an ankle sprain. He has started 40 games and averages 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 4.2 assists while leading the team in minutes. His availability could change how Dallas approaches the game.Two-way players Mou Cisse, Miles Kelly, and Ryan Nembhard are listed as probable. Expect extended minutes for Naji Marshall, who averages 16.2 points, and Brandon Williams, who averages 11.6.New York Knicks’ list is shorter but more important. Jalen Brunson is questionable with a right ankle sprain. He averages 28 points and 6 assists and is central to the Knicks’ offense. Josh Hart is also questionable with right ankle discomfort. His rebounding and ball movement have been steady during recent losses. Jemison III is out on a G League assignment. The rest of the core is available, including Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges, and OG Anunoby.Dallas will rely on depth players to manage heavy minutes. New York has a clearer path if its guards can play. With both teams limited, execution and lineup balance are likely to decide the result.