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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - FEBRUARY 06: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts after a three-point basket against the Boston Celtics during the third quarter at the TD Garden on February 06, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)
On Thursday night, the Dallas Mavericks will be in Florida to take on the Orlando Magic.
The Mavs are coming off a 117-90 loss to the Charlotte Hornets (at home).
Klay Thompson did not play in the game.
Dallas Mavericks Announce Klay Thompson Update
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 24: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts to a basket during the second quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on February 24, 2026 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images)
For Thursday’s game, the Mavs got a positive update on Thompson.
He will be listed as probable, which means he should be back in action.
Mike Curtis of The Dallas Morning News wrote (on Wednesday): “#Mavs rookie Cooper Flagg (left midfoot sprain) has been upgraded to questionable for tomorrow’s game against the#Magic.
Naji Marshall (right finger contusion) and Klay Thompson (right adductor contusion) have also been upgraded to probable.
Brandon Williams is probable due to a left quad contusion.
Marvin Bagley III (neck sprain) remains out.”
GettyDALLAS, TEXAS – JANUARY 15: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks celebrates after making a three point shot against the Utah Jazz during the first half at American Airlines Center on January 15, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. Thompson moved to fourth most 3-point field goals made in NBA history with this shot. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
Klay Thompson And The Mavs This Season
Thompson is in his second season playing for the franchise after a 13-year run with the Golden State Warriors.
The future Hall of Famer is currently averaging 11.5 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.4 assists per contest while shooting 38.7% from the field and 37.8% from three-point range in 54 games.
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 12: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks walks off the court during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on February 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Wally Skalij/Getty Images)
The Mavs have had a down year, as they are the 12th seed in the Western Conference with a 21-40 record in 61 games.
They are in the middle of a four-game losing streak (and have won just two out of their last ten).
After Orlando, the Mavs will play their next game on Friday night when they visit the Boston Celtics.
On the road, they have gone just 7-20.
GettyDALLAS, TEXAS – JANUARY 15: Klay Thompson #31 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts to an officials call during the second half against the Utah Jazz at American Airlines Center on January 15, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
On the other side, the Magic are the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference with a 32-28 record in 60 games.
They have won six out of their last ten games (and are 18-11 at home).
GettyORLANDO, FLORIDA – MARCH 1: Head coach Jamahl Mosley of the Orlando Magic watches the last minutes of the game against the Detroit Pistons at the Kia Center on March 1, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Getty Images)
Following the Mavs, the Magic will visit the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday.