Mavericks Set for Showdown with Lakers on February 12

Recent meetings have favored the Lakers, but the Mavericks look to turn the tide.

Buckle up, basketball fans—the Dallas Mavericks are rolling into Los Angeles for a high-stakes clash with the Lakers on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time. The stage? None other than the glitzy Crypto.com Arena, where stars shine bright and rivalries burn even brighter. The Lakers are also coming off a heated matchup highlighted by Dillon Brooks dropping 33 as the Suns ended the Lakers’ streak, adding extra intrigue to this showdown.

If you’re a Mavericks supporter, you might still be nursing the sting from January 24, 2026, when the Lakers edged out Dallas 116-110. (If you want to relive the drama—or just check the box scores to see where things went sideways—head over to the NBA’s official website.

History hasn’t exactly been kind to Dallas lately. Back on November 28, 2025, the Mavericks fell to the Lakers 129-119. And let’s not forget April 9, 2025, when the Lakers walked away with a 112-97 victory. It’s been a bit of a rough patch, to say the least—like trying to swim upstream against a strong current. That recent result ties into broader conversations about Phoenix’s form in the Suns midseason report card covering standouts and surprises across the roster.

But here’s the thing: the Mavericks aren’t coming to Hollywood just to play extras in the Lakers’ highlight reel. They’re hungry to flip the script and finally get the better of Los Angeles. If you’re looking for more stats, game summaries, or just want to dive deeper into the numbers, there’s a treasure trove of resources online. Rotation questions remain part of that story as well, especially regarding Collin Gillespie’s minutes being in question after a Suns loss.

So, can Dallas make a statement on the Lakers’ home court? Only time will tell—but one thing’s for sure: this showdown is shaping up to be must-see TV.