Houston Rockets vs. Dallas Mavericks Starting Lineups and Depth Charts for October 31 | 2024-25 NBA Season
The Houston Rockets will clash with the Dallas Mavericks in an all-Texas affair on Thursday night. Houston is off to a 2-2 start and currently holds the eighth position in the Western Conference, while Dallas is off to a 3-1 start and is third in the standings.
The Rockets are a markedly different team from last season. Their defense has improved significantly, allowing just 107 points per game. They're coming off a 106-101 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, where Jalen Green led the way with 36 points, two assists and one rebound. Houston ranks 22nd out of 30 teams in points per game, averaging 111.2.
On the other hand, the Mavericks are coming off a 120-114 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Luka Doncic towered over the competition with a clutch performance, pulling off a 32-foot game-sealing dagger to secure the win. Kyrie Irving also scored 35 points and added five assists, which bodes well for the Mavericks, showing they're not overly reliant on one star.
Houston Rockets vs. Dallas Mavericks Injury Reports for Oct. 31
Dallas Mavericks Injury Report
The Mavericks will be without two players due to injury. Dante Exum is in the early stages of his recovery from wrist surgery, while German big Maxi Kleber misses out due to a hamstring injury.
Houston Rockets Injury Report
The Rockets will have their full roster available except Steven Adams, who is listed as questionable due to a right knee injury.
Houston Rockets vs. Dallas Mavericks Starting Lineups and Depth Charts for Oct. 31
Houston Rockets starting lineup and depth chart
The Rockets could start Fred VanVleet at point guard, Jalen Green at shooting guard, Dillon Brooks at small forward, Jabari Smith Jr. at power forward and Alperen Sengun at center.
Dallas Mavericks starting lineup and depth chart
The Dallas Mavericks are expected to start Luka Doncic at point guard, Kyrie Irving at shooting guard, Klay Thompson at small forward, P.J. Washington at power forward and Daniel Gafford at center.
The game is set to tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET.