The Knicks will host the Mavericks in a classic matchup Thursday on TNT.
The Mavericks sit eighth in the Western Conference, seven games back on the lead. They are on a two-game win streak, defeating the Nets and 76ers in their last two games.
At 118.2 points per game, the Mavericks own the 10th best offense in the league. Luka Doncic is leading the team in all categories, posting averages with 34.5 points, 8.8 rebounds and 9.4 assists per game.
The last time these two teams squared off, the Mavericks came away with a four-point win at home, 128-124. Doncic didn't play in that game. Kyrie Irving dropped 44 points, and Tim Hardaway Jr. posted 32 points.
Brunson and Julius Randle each dropped over 30 points in that game, too. Donte DiVincenzo posted 19 points, and OG Anunoby put up 10 points for the Knicks.
The Knicks are fourth in the Eastern Conference with a 33-18 record. They are 19-6 at home this season, owning one of the best home records in the league.
They own the 15th best offense in the league, posting 115.2 points per game. Under defensive-minded coach Tom Thibodeau, the Knicks own the second best defense in the NBA, allowing under 110 points per game to their opponents.
Here is everything you need to know about the Mavericks vs. Knicks game, including television and streaming options.
What channel is Mavericks vs. Knicks on today?
- TV channel: TNT
- Live streaming: Sling TV
The Mavericks vs. Knicks game will air on TNT. The game can also be streamed on Sling.
Sling is the home for the avid sports fans offering a range of sports channels so you can always cheer for your favorite teams with channels like ESPN, TBS, TNT, NFL Network, FS1 and more.
Mavericks vs. Knicks start time
- Date: Thursday, Feb. 8
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET | 6:30 p.m. CT
Mavericks vs. Knicks will tip off around 7:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, Feb. 8. The game will be played at the Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Dallas schedule 2023-24
Here are the Mavericks' next five games of the 2023-24 regular season:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb. 8 | at Knicks | 7:30 p.m. | TNT |
| Feb. 10 | vs Thunder | 3 p.m. | NBATV |
| Feb. 12 | vs Wizards | 8:30 p.m. | |
| Feb. 14 | vs Spurs | 8:30 p.m. | |
| Feb. 22 | vs Suns | 7:30 p.m. | TNT |
New York schedule 2023-24
Here are the Knicks' next five games of the 2023-24 regular season:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb. 8 | vs Mavericks | 7:30 p.m. | TNT |
| Feb. 10 | vs Pacers | 7:30 p.m. | |
| Feb. 12 | at Rockets | 8 p.m. | |
| Feb. 14 | at Magic | 7 p.m. | |
| Feb. 22 | at 76ers | 7 p.m. |
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