After losing the series opener, the Mavericks have bounced back to take a 2-1 series lead over the Jazz, and Luka Doncic has yet to log a single minute of playing time due to a strained calf.
In Games 2 and 3, the Mavericks have leaned heavily on their guards, with Jalen Brunson stealing the spotlight. Brunson erupted for 41 points in Game 2 and followed that up with 31 points in Game 3, while Spencer Dinwiddie added 20 points, six assists, five rebounds and one monster dunk in the Game 3 win.
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Now, nearly two weeks to the date of Doncic's calf injury, the superstar appears to be closer to returning to the floor, which could spell doom for the Jazz.
Each of the first three games in the series has been close, suggesting that the Jazz could be right back in it with a few minor tweaks. Aside from the glaring issue of slowing Dallas' guards down, Utah could benefit from more cohesion between stars Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell on the offensive end. Can they figure it out before it's too late?
Here is everything you need to know about Game 4.
What channel is Mavericks vs. Jazz on?
- Date: Saturday, April 23
- TV channel (U.S.): TNT | Bally Sports Southwest (Mavericks' region) | Root Sports Northwest (Jazz's region)
- TV channel (CA): TSN 4
- Live streaming: Sling TV (U.S. only) | Watch TNT | TSN Direct (CA)
In the United States, Mavericks vs. Jazz Game 4 will air nationally on TNT. The game's broadcast crew is comprised of Spero Dedes, Grant Hill and Matt Winer.
Viewers in the Mavericks' local region can watch the game on Bally Sports Southwest while viewers in the Jazz's local region can watch the game on Root Sports Northwest.
In Canada, Mavericks vs. Jazz Game 4 will air on TSN 4.
Viewers in the United States can stream Game 4 on Watch TNT or Sling TV.
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Jazz vs. Mavericks Game 4 start time
- Date: Saturday, April 23
- Start time: 4:30 p.m. ET | 1:30 p.m. PT
Jazz vs. Mavericks is scheduled to tip off shortly after 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, April 23. The game will be played at Vivint Arena in Utah.
Jazz vs. Mavericks schedule, TV channels
As the higher seed, Dallas was the home team in Games 1 and 2, while Utah will host Games 3 and 4.
If required, Game 7 would be played in Dallas.
(All times Eastern)
| Date | Game | Time | National TV (US) |
| April 16 | Game 1: Jazz 99, Mavericks 93 | Final | ESPN |
| April 18 | Game 2: Mavericks 110, Jazz 104 | Final | NBA TV |
| April 21 | Game 3: Mavericks 126, Jazz 118 | Final | NBA TV |
| April 23 | Game 4 | 4:30 p.m. | TNT |
| April 25 | Game 5* | TBD | TBD |
| April 28 | Game 6* | TBD | TBD |
| April 30 | Game 7* | TBD | TBD |
*If necessary
