OKC Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks predicted starting lineups and depth charts for October 27th

The OK Thunder and Dallas Mavericks square off in an exciting regular-season showdown between two Western Conference contenders on Monday. The Thunder have picked up right where they left off last season. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Co. are undefeated after three matches and could not have hoped for a better start to their title defence.

The most surprising and scary thing is that OKC isn’t healthy yet, with key pieces sidelined. Despite their shortcomings, the defending champions emerged from the gates firing with all their might. MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 40-6-5 after three games and playing great basketball.

Meanwhile, the Mavericks finally got their first win of the Cooper Flagg era when they beat the Toronto Raptors 139-129 at home on Sunday. Dallas will be on the second night of a back-to-back, and in order for them to build on their recent win, Jason Kidd’s team needs to play flawless basketball against a well-rested and in-form Thunder team.

The rivalry between OKC and Dallas was fierce. In terms of head-to-head record, there’s not much to separate the two teams. In 178 regular season games, the Thunder held a slim advantage, 91-87. However, the Mavericks won the season series 3-1 last time out.

OKC Thunder injury reports vs. Dallas Mavericks

OKC Thunder injury report

Chet Holmgren is listed as “questionable” again due to lower back pain. He played in the previous game, and one can expect the former Gonzaga star to be ready to face the Mavericks.

Meanwhile, six players were disqualified. Jalen Williams (wrist surgery), Alex Caruso (concussion), Kenrich Williams (knee surgery), Nikola Topic (testicular surgery) and Thomas Sorber (torn ACL) remain sidelined.

Dallas Mavericks injury report

Kyrie Irving, Daniel Gafford, Brandon Williams and Dante Exum are still unavailable for the Mavericks. Irving (left knee surgery), Gafford (right ankle sprain), Williams (personal reasons) and Exum (right knee injury management) have been ruled out.

OKC Thunder vs. Dallas Mavericks starting lineups and depth charts

OKC Thunder starting lineup and depth chart

The Thunder will stick with their usual starting lineup so far this season when healthy. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be joined by Cason Wallace, Lou Dort, Chet Holmgren, and Isaiah Hartenstein in the starting lineup.

Dallas Mavericks starting lineup and depth chart

The Mavericks’ starting lineup will likely include Cooper Flagg, Anthony Davis, P.J. Washington, Klay Thompson and Derek Lively II.