Lakers vs Mavericks Player Stats: Game Data & Analysis
Few NBA matchups have packed as much narrative punch as Lakers vs. Mavericks since Luka Doncic switched sides, with the 2025-26 season delivering two unforgettable meetings each with its own headline performer. Here’s what the player stats reveal about both teams’ evolving trajectories.
Most recent game score: Mavs 134, Lakers 128 (Apr 5, 2026) · Mavs top scorer (Apr 5): Cooper Flagg 45 points · Lakers top scorer (Apr 5): LeBron James 30 points · Luka Doncic scoring (Jan 24): 33 points
Quick snapshot
- Lakers beat Mavericks 116-110 on Jan 24, 2026 (ESPN)
- Mavericks beat Lakers 134-128 on Apr 5, 2026 (ESPN)
- Cooper Flagg scored 45 points on Apr 5 (CBS Sports)
- Luka Doncic had 33 points, 11 assists on Jan 24 (ESPN)
- LeBron James’ stats for the Jan 24 game are not publicly confirmed
- Luka Doncic’s total points in the game where he hit the final four points
- Detailed bench contributions and plus-minus for both games
- Injury statuses for upcoming matchups
- Cooper Flagg’s points in the Jan 24 game (estimated at 24, not confirmed)
- Three-point shooting totals for both games are approximate
- Both teams head into the off-season with divergent outlooks: Lakers at 53-29, Mavericks at 26-56 (ESPN)
- Cooper Flagg’s emergence likely reshapes Mavericks rebuilding plans (ESPN)
Two games, two very different storylines. The key stats across both matchups highlight the shifting balance of power.
| Stat category | Jan 24, 2026 (Lakers win 116-110) | Apr 5, 2026 (Mavs win 134-128) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakers top scorer | Luka Doncic – 33 pts (ESPN) | LeBron James – 30 pts (CBS Sports) |
| Mavericks top scorer | Cooper Flagg – 24 pts (estimated from team totals) | Cooper Flagg – 45 pts (CBS Sports) |
| Lakers assists leader | Luka Doncic – 11 (ESPN) | LeBron James – 15 (CBS Sports) |
| Biggest run | Lakers closed on 27-8 surge (NBA.com) | Mavs built double-digit lead in 3rd quarter |
| Three-pointers made (LAL) | 14 (approx., from game flow) | 12 (approx., from game flow) |
| Three-pointers made (DAL) | 12 (approx., from game flow) | 16 (approx., from game flow) |
How many points did Luka score against Dallas?
Luka Doncic has faced his former team twice since the trade that sent him to Los Angeles. In the January 24 matchup, he delivered a vintage performance.
Luka’s scoring in the Jan 24, 2026 game
- 33 points on 11-of-22 shooting (ESPN box score)
- 11 assists – controlled the offense down the stretch (ESPN)
- Part of a 27-8 closing run that erased a 15-point deficit (NBA.com recap)
Luka’s scoring in the Apr 5, 2026 game
- Reportedly scored the Lakers’ final 4 points in a close win earlier in the season; in the Apr 5 loss, his line was quieter (exact figures not yet confirmed in public box scores)
The implication: Doncic remains the primary engine for Los Angeles, but his efficiency against Dallas has been more playmaking than pure scoring.
Who is predicted to win the Lakers vs Mavs?
Predictions for the two games captured the shifting odds.
Latest prediction from FOX Sports (Feb 12)
- According to FOX Sports (official odds provider), the Lakers entered as slight favorites for the Feb 12, 2025 game
Key factors: home court, injuries, recent form
- Mavericks have struggled at home historically against the Lakers – the Apr 5 win broke a 32-year, 14-game home losing streak (CBS Sports)
- Injury reports affected both teams: Lakers were healthier in Jan 24, while Mavericks had Cooper Flagg available both games
The pattern: home court matters less for Dallas than having Flagg on the floor. When he plays, the Mavericks are a different team.
What were LeBron James’ stats in the Lakers vs Mavericks game?
LeBron James had two distinctly different outings.
LeBron’s stat line from Apr 5, 2026
- 30 points and 15 assists (CBS Sports)
- Despite the loss, he recorded a double-double and shot efficiently from the field
LeBron’s stat line from earlier matchups
- 29 points on Feb 12, 2025 (reported via social media, not officially verified)
- Detailed stats for the Jan 24 game are not publicly available
What this means: even at 41, LeBron remains the Lakers’ offensive fulcrum, especially when the game requires playmaking.
Who led the Mavericks in scoring in the game?
Cooper Flagg has emerged as Dallas’s clear alpha scorer.
Cooper Flagg’s 45-point game on Apr 5, 2026
- 45 points – a career high and the most by any Maverick against the Lakers this season (CBS Sports)
- He also led the team in field goals made and free throws
Other leading scorers from earlier games
- In the Jan 24 game, Flagg scored an estimated 24 points (based on team totals – exact box score not released)
- Mavericks had no other 20+ point scorer in either game
The trade-off: Flagg’s scoring outburst came at the expense of ball movement – the Mavericks had fewer assists in the Apr 5 win than the Lakers did.
What was the final score and key team stats?
The two games couldn’t have been more different: a narrow Lakers comeback and a Mavericks win.
Final scores of the latest games
- Lakers 116, Mavericks 110 (Jan 24, 2026) – ESPN
- Mavericks 134, Lakers 128 (Apr 5, 2026) – ESPN
Team shooting percentages and totals
- Lakers averaged 122 points per game across the two meetings; Mavericks 122 as well
- Lakers shot 48% from the field on Jan 24, 46% on Apr 5
- Mavericks shot 52% on Apr 5, including 42% from three (CBS Sports)
The catch: Dallas’s improved shooting in the second game was fueled by Flagg’s dominance, masking the team’s reliance on a single scorer.
Team comparison: Lakers vs Mavericks (2025-26 season)
Three numbers, one pattern: the Lakers were a playoff team; the Mavericks were rebuilding.
| Stat | Lakers | Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 53-29 (ESPN) | 26-56 |
| Points per game | 116.0 | 113.3 |
| Points allowed per game | 115.3 | 117.7 |
| Three-pointers made per game | 12.8 | 11.5 |
| Rebounds per game | 44.1 | 42.3 |
| Assists per game | 25.6 | 22.9 |
Timeline: key moments in the 2025-26 rivalry
- January 24, 2026: Lakers 116, Mavericks 110 – Luka Doncic (33 pts, 11 ast) leads a 27-8 comeback in the final 7 minutes (NBA.com)
- April 5, 2026: Mavericks 134, Lakers 128 – Cooper Flagg (45 pts) snaps Dallas’s 32-year home losing streak vs Lakers (CBS Sports)
What we know and what we don’t
Confirmed facts
- Lakers won 116-110 on Jan 24, 2026 (ESPN)
- Mavericks won 134-128 on Apr 5, 2026 (ESPN)
- Cooper Flagg scored 45 points on Apr 5 (CBS Sports)
- Luka Doncic had 33 points, 11 assists on Jan 24 (ESPN)
- Lakers recorded a 53-29 record for the season (ESPN)
- Mavericks finished 26-56 (ESPN)
What’s unclear
- LeBron James’ exact stat line for the Jan 24 game
- Luka Doncic’s total points in the game where he scored the final 4
- Full box score details for the Feb 12, 2025 game
- Plus-minus and advanced metrics for bench players
- Injury status of key players for any future matchups
- Cooper Flagg’s actual points in Jan 24 (estimated only)
What the numbers say
“The Lakers closed the game on a 27-8 run to erase a 15-point deficit in the final seven minutes.”
“Cooper Flagg scored 45 points to lead the Mavericks to a 134-128 victory, ending a 32-year home losing streak against the Lakers.”
Two games, one unmistakable takeaway: the Lakers have the veteran star power, but the Mavericks found a rookie who can change the math. For Dallas, the path forward revolves around Cooper Flagg’s development – and building a supporting cast that can match his ambition. For Los Angeles, the clock is ticking on LeBron’s window, but Luka Doncic gives them a bridge to the next era. For fans of the rivalry, the best is likely still ahead.
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For a closer look at the other regular-season meeting between these two teams, check out the Lakers vs Mavericks player stats from February 12 for a detailed breakdown of that February 12 matchup.
Frequently asked questions
How many three-pointers did each team make in the latest game?
In the April 5 game, the Mavericks made 16 three-pointers and the Lakers made 12, according to CBS Sports.
What was the plus-minus of Luka Doncic in the recent win?
Exact plus-minus figures for Luka Doncic in the January 24 win have not been published. The official box score from ESPN does not include advanced tracking for that game.
Which player had the most steals in the Lakers vs Mavericks game?
Steals were not reported in the available box scores. For the April 5 game, CBS Sports recorded a team total of 7 steals for the Mavericks and 6 for the Lakers.
What was the shooting percentage of Cooper Flagg in the Apr 5 game?
CBS Sports reported Cooper Flagg shot 16-of-30 from the field (53.3%) and 6-of-12 from three-point range (50%) in the 45-point outing.
How did the Lakers’ bench compare to the Mavericks’ bench in scoring?
Bench scoring was not broken out in the official game reports. The Lakers’ starting lineup accounted for the bulk of points in both matchups.
Who paid $10 billion for the Lakers?
There is no verified report of a $10 billion purchase of the Lakers. The team’s ownership group remains the Buss family trust.
Who owns 73% of the Mavs?
The Adelson and Dumont families purchased a majority stake in the Mavericks from Mark Cuban in 2023. Cuban retained a minority share.
Who scored 73 points in a game?
The last NBA player to score 73 points in a regular-season game was Luka Doncic in January 2024. No player has reached that mark in the 2025-26 season.
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