Pelle Larsson Cleared to Play Against Mavericks
The Miami Heat have confirmed that guard/forward Pelle Larsson will be in the lineup for tonight’s game against the Dallas Mavericks. Initially listed as questionable after suffering a toe sprain in the previous match, Larsson’s availability comes as a relief to fans and teammates alike. This season, he has made a notable impact, averaging 9.7 points, 3.4 assists, and 2.7 rebounds over 21 games.
Injury Updates for Both Teams
While the Heat celebrate Larsson’s return, the Mavericks will be without forward P.J. Washington, who is sidelined due to an ankle injury. Washington had a standout performance in their last outing, scoring 27 points and grabbing eight rebounds. In contrast, center Daniel Gafford will suit up despite dealing with his own ankle issue, having contributed 11 rebounds in the same game.
Here’s a detailed look at the latest injury reports:
Injury Report
HEAT
Norman Powell: Out – Ankle
Pelle Larsson: Available – Toe
Keshad Johnson: Available – Illness
Terry Rozier: Out – Not with team
MAVERICKS
P.J. Washington: Out – Ankle
Daniel Gafford: Available – Ankle
Dereck Lively: Out – Foot
Kyrie Irving: Out – Knee
Dante Exum: Out – Knee
Game Details
Fans can catch the action tonight at 8:30 p.m. EST at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. The game will be broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network Sun in South Florida, KFAA Channel 29, and MavsTV in Dallas. For those tuning in via radio, options include WQAM 104.3 & The Heat Audio Experience, along with several local stations across Florida and Dallas.
Season Matchup
This will be the second and final regular-season meeting between the Heat (14-7) and Mavericks (7-15). Miami previously secured a 106-102 victory over Dallas on November 24, and a win tonight would give them a clean sweep of the series, finishing 2-0. Notably, this matchup also marks the earliest conclusion of their season series, surpassing the previous record set in the 1996-97 season.
Historically, the Heat hold a 40-38 advantage over the Mavericks during the regular season, with a solid 22-18 record in home games.
Projected Starters
HEAT
G Davion Mitchell
G Tyler Herro
C Bam Adebayo
F Pelle Larsson
F Andrew Wiggins
MAVERICKS
G Ryan Nembhard
G Max Christie
C Anthony Davis
F Naji Marshall
F Cooper Flagg
Betting Lines
According to FanDuel Sportsbook, the betting lines are as follows:
Spread: Heat -4.5 (-110), Mavericks +4.5 (-110)
Moneyline: Heat -180, Mavericks +152
Total points scored: 238.5 (over -108, under -112)
Coach’s Insight
Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra emphasized the importance of aggression and shot selection in his pre-game remarks. “Every night for us, as long as we’re aggressive and taking open shots and playing at the appropriate pace… the bigger story, I think, was the defensive activity through the first three quarters,” he noted, highlighting the team’s recent performance trends.
As the Heat prepare for this crucial matchup, questions loom regarding their key players. Will Tyler Herro step up against the Mavericks? And how will Bam Adebayo perform alongside his teammates tonight? The anticipation is palpable as Miami looks to build on their recent success.
