Dallas Mavericks Playoffs 2027
Dallas Mavericks 2027 playoff page. The Mavericks are 0-0, 1st in the Southwest with a 0 point differential. If the season ended today they would be the No. 1 seed in the West (no. 1 seed, magic number 83).
Next up: away at the Houston Rockets (0-0) on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 8:30 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.000 record, including 16 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Mavericks Playoff Outlook
Next game
at 
Houston Rockets (0-0)
What it takes
Magic number 83: any combination of Mavericks wins and Phoenix Suns losses adding up to 83 clinches a berth.
Remaining schedule
23 games left · opponents’ record 0.000 · 16 vs current playoff teams
Southwest Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dallas Mavericks | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 2 | Houston Rockets | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 3 |  Memphis Grizzlies | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 4 |  New Orleans Pelicans | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
| 5 |  San Antonio Spurs | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0 | – |
Projected Path to NBA Finals
- First Round: vs #8 Minnesota Timberwolves (home)
- Semis: reseeded matchup
- Conf. Finals: West title game, higher seed hosts
- NBA Finals: Home arena of the team with the better record, Jun 3, 2027
Season Trend
Mavericks Playoff Push: 2026-27 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Rockets #4 | 0-0 | ||
| 2 | at  Pacers #8 | 0-0 | ||
| 3 | vs Spurs | 0-0 | ||
| 4 | at  Heat #9 | 0-0 | ||
| 5 | vs  Thunder #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 6 | vs Rockets #4 | 0-0 | ||
| 7 | vs  Kings | 0-0 | ||
| 8 | at Spurs | 0-0 | ||
| 9 | vs  Jazz | 0-0 | ||
| 10 | vs  Nets #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 11 | vs Pacers #8 | 0-0 | ||
| 12 | at  Timberwolves #8 | 0-0 | ||
| 13 | at  Cavaliers #6 | 0-0 | ||
| 14 | at  Celtics #2 | 0-0 | ||
| 15 | vs  Warriors #3 | 0-0 | ||
| 16 | vs  Clippers #5 | 0-0 | ||
| 17 | at Jazz | 0-0 | ||
| 18 | at  Nuggets #2 | 0-0 | ||
| 19 | at  Suns | 0-0 | ||
| 20 | vs Celtics #2 | 0-0 | ||
| 21 | vs  Magic | 0-0 | ||
| 22 | vs  Bucks #10 | 0-0 | ||
| 23 | at Nets #3 | 0-0 |
This Dallas Mavericks playoffs page refreshes after every Mavericks game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the West playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Dallas Mavericks playoffs FAQ
Are the Dallas Mavericks in the 2027 playoffs?
As of today, yes: they hold the No. 1 seed in the West, with a magic number of 83 to clinch.
What seed would the Mavericks be?
No. 1 in the West (no. 1 seed).
Who leads the Southwest?
Dallas Mavericks (0-0), which is the Mavericks themselves.
When is the next Mavericks game?
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 8:30 PM EDT, away at the Houston Rockets.
How hard is the Mavericks remaining schedule?
23 games left against opponents with a combined 0.000 record; 16 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Mavericks clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Southwest, or finish with one of the five best records among West non-division-winners. Current magic number: 83.
What is the Mavericks record at home and on the road?
0-0 at home, 0-0 away; 0-0 in the division and 0-0 in the conference.