Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Role undetermined for 2026-27
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Marshall (hip) has more competition for playing time after the Mavericks chose Morez Johnson with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
Marshall was one of the bigger fantasy beneficiaries of the various injuries to Dallas' frontcourt in 2025-26, averaging a career-high 15.2 points per game to go with 4.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.1 steals in 29.5 minutes per game over 74 regular-season appearances (47 starts). Dallas could lose Khris Middleton in unrestricted free agency this offseason, and Klay Thompson is also a rumored trade candidate, so Marshall still has a chance to battle with Max Christie for the top spot at shooting guard next year even though Johnson could create a crunch for minutes in the frontcourt.
Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Ruled out versus Chicago
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Marshall (hip) is listed as out for Sunday's game against Chicago.
Marshall won't play in Sunday's contest against Chicago, marking his third consecutive absence and the end of his 2025-26 campaign. Without him, Klay Thompson and Khris Middleton are in line to see more minutes while receiving additional scoring opportunities.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Unlikely to play Sunday
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Marshall (hip) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Bulls.
It appears as though Marshall will miss a third consecutive game while tending to a left hip contusion. If he's indeed ruled out for Sunday's game, he'll end the 2025-26 regular season averaging a career-high 15.2 points per game along with 4.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.8 threes over 29.5 minutes per game. Klay Thompson (rest), Khris Middleton and John Poulakidas should operate in elevated roles if Marshall is sidelined.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Ruled out for Friday
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Marshall (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs.
As expected after entering the day with a doubtful tag, Marshall will sit out his second consecutive contest due to a left hip contusion he sustained during Tuesday's loss to the Clippers. With Marshall officially sidelined again, the Mavericks will likely lean on Khris Middleton and Tyler Smith to absorb the available minutes in the frontcourt.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Tagged doubtful for Friday
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Marshall (hip) is doubtful for Friday's game against San Antonio.
Marshall suffered a left hip injury during Tuesday's clash against the Clippers and was forced to sit out Wednesday's game as a result of the injury. It appears he'll need even more time to recover after being listed as doubtful for Friday, which would mean more playing time for Klay Thompson, Khris Middleton and Tyler Smith in the frontcourt. Expect another update on Marshall's status closer to tipoff.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Not playing Wednesday
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Marshall (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Suns.
Marshall injured his left hip during the Mavericks' 116-103 loss to the Clippers. The injury is severe enough for him to miss the second leg of Dallas' back-to-back set, and his next opportunity to play is Friday against San Antonio. With several Mavericks players missing Wednesday's contest, more minutes will be available for Ryan Nembhard, AJ Johnson, John Poulakidas and Khris Middleton.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Doubtful Wednesday
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Marshall is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Suns with a left hip contusion.
Marshall left Tuesday's game early and was unable to return after logging 20 minutes. With Marshall expected to sit this contest out, the Mavericks may rely more on Khris Middleton, Tyler Smith and AJ Johnson.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Exits early Tuesday
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Marshall (undisclosed) exited to the locker room in the fourth quarter of Tuesday's 116-103 loss to the Clippers and did not return, finishing with six points (3-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three steals and two rebounds across 20 minutes.
Marshall struggled on the offensive end Tuesday before taking a hard fall and limping to the locker room after attempting to contest a shot in the fourth quarter. It's unclear exactly what the 28-year-old forward is dealing with, though it wouldn't be surprising to see him appear on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game in Phoenix.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Exits to locker room
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Marshall (undisclosed) exited to the locker room in the fourth quarter of Tuesday's game against the Clippers, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
While it's unclear exactly why he headed back to the locker room, Marshall contested a shot and took a hard fall before limping off the court. He can be considered questionable to return until further notice.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Stuffs stat sheet vs. LAL
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Marshall recorded 13 points (5-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-6 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and two steals across 32 minutes during Sunday's 134-128 victory over the Lakers.
Even though Cooper Flagg stole the show with a 45-point performance, Marshall was efficient as a shooter and left his mark in other categories, posting at least two tallies in four of the five major categories. Marshall is ending the season on a strong note and has scored in double digits in five of his last six appearances, averaging 17.8 points, 4.2 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game in that stretch.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Ejected Friday
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Marshall was ejected in the fourth quarter of Friday's game against the Magic after being assessed two technical fouls, Kevin Gray Jr. of AllDLLS.com reports. He'll finish with nine points (3-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal across 24 minutes.
Marshall was assessed his second technical foul with 10:40 remaining in the final quarter while on the bench, and his ejection came shortly after head coach Jason Kidd was tossed. The 28-year-old forward struggled in his return from a two-game absence due to an illness, and he'll aim to bounce back against the Lakers on Sunday.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Off injury report for Friday
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Marshall (illness) is off the injury report for Friday's game versus Orlando.
Following a two-game absence due to an illness, Marshall is ready to take the floor for the Mavericks on Friday. The forward has averaged 20.9 points, 5.0 assists, 4.4 rebounds and 1.4 steals in 32.6 minutes per contest in his last seven games.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Won't play Tuesday
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Marshall (illness) is out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
Marshall will end up missing both ends of this back-to-back set due to illness. Max Christie and Khris Middleton should both push for minutes in the 30s for the injury-plagued Mavericks on Tuesday.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Out Monday
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Marshall (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Minnesota.
Marshall was initially listed as probable before being downgraded to questionable Monday, and he's since been ruled out for the front end of this back-to-back set. His next opportunity to play will come Tuesday in Milwaukee. With Marshall sidelined, Klay Thompson, Khris Middleton and John Poulakidas are candidates to see an uptick in playing time.
Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Downgraded to questionable
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Marshall (illness) is questionable for Monday's game against the Timberwolves.
Marshall was previously listed as probable, so he's trending in the wrong direction. If he's unable to give it a go, the Mavericks may need Klay Thompson and Khris Middleton to step up.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Dealing with illness
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Marshall (illness) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Timberwolves.
It looks like Marshall will be able to play through the illness Monday, but his status won't be officially known until closer to the 8:30 p.m. ET tipoff. He has started each of the Mavericks' last 10 games, and over that span, he has averaged 18.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 1.1 threes and 1.3 steals over 30.8 minutes per game.
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Mavericks' Naji Marshall: Big night on defense Friday
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Marshall posted 19 points (7-14 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-7 FT), three rebounds, three assists and five steals over 33 minutes during Friday's 100-93 victory over the Trail Blazers.
The five steals were a career high for Marshall, and he's scored at least 16 points in seven of the last eight games. During that stretch, the 28-year-old forward is averaging 20.4 points, 4.8 boards, 4.8 steals, 1.4 steals and 1.1 threes, and as long as he stays healthy he should retain a significant role in the rotation for the injury-depleted Mavs.
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