for the against the Memphis Grizzlies on . He remains out with a left midfoot sprain, marking his sixth straight missed game. Dallas is dealing with multiple absences going into this matchup at the American Airlines Center.
This comes at a difficult point in the season. The Mavericks are 21-37 and trying to stay competitive in the Western Conference. Flagg has been their most consistent player, and his absence continues to affect the team’s results.
Cooper Flagg’s injury and current status vs Memphis Grizzlies (February 27, 2026)
Cooper Flagg suffered the injury on February 10 in a loss to the Phoenix Suns. He scored 27 points in that game before being ruled out. Tests later confirmed a midfoot sprain. He missed All-Star Weekend and has not returned since.
The team has not given a clear return date. He is being evaluated game by game. Dallas has struggled without him, going 2-9 in that stretch.
Dallas Mavericks adjusting without its top scorer
Cooper Flagg has averaged 20.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.1 assists in 49 games this season. His numbers have made him a strong Rookie of the Year candidate.
The roster has also changed recently. Dallas added Khris Middleton, Marvin Bagley III, AJ Johnson, and Tyus Jones, while moving on from players including Anthony Davis.
Even with those additions, the team has not found consistency.
Naji Marshall and Brandon Williams have taken on bigger roles. Marshall is averaging 15.6 points, while Williams has added 12.9 points and more playmaking. The team still lacks balance without Flagg.
Full Dallas Mavericks injury report vs Memphis Grizzlies (February 27, 2026)
|
Player |
Status |
Injury/Reason |
|
Cooper Flagg |
Out |
Left midfoot sprain |
|
Marvin Bagley III |
Out |
Neck sprain |
|
Kyrie Irving |
Out |
Left knee surgery |
|
Dereck Lively II |
Out |
Right foot surgery |
|
P. J. Washington |
Doubtful |
Left ankle sprain |
|
Klay Thompson |
Doubtful |
Rest |
|
Moussa Cissé |
Doubtful |
G League assignment |
|
Ryan Nembhard |
Doubtful |
G League assignment |
|
Caleb Martin |
Questionable |
Low back soreness |
|
Miles Kelly |
Probable |
Two-way contract |
Daniel Gafford is no longer on the report after dealing with an ankle issue.
Memphis dealing with its own injuries
The Grizzlies are also short-handed. They have lost seven of their last eight games and are still without Ja Morant, who is out with a left elbow injury.
The roster has changed as well. Jaren Jackson Jr., Vince Williams Jr., John Konchar, and Jock Landale are no longer with the team. Injuries to Zach Edey and Brandon Clarke have added to the problem. Taj Gibson has been signed but is not expected to play a big role yet.
Dallas Mavericks vs Memphis Grizzlies Game outlook (February 27, 2026)
Both teams are missing key players. Dallas has lost six straight home games and needs a win. Memphis has struggled with rebounding, including a recent deficit against Golden State.
