Klay Thompson Injury Status | Ruled Out
Klay Thompson of the Mavericks has been ruled out and will not play today. Klay was previously listed as Doubtful before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 9th game Klay has missed this season.
Klay Thompson Season Averages
Klay's absence leaves a significant hole in the Mavericks rotation. Across 57 games this season, he's averaging 11.7 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game while playing 21.9 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21.9 | 11.7 | 2.3 | 1.4 | 10.5 |
Mavericks Performance With & Without Klay Thompson
The numbers tell a clear story about Klay's value to the Mavericks. With Klay in the lineup this season, the team is 18-38. Without him, they've gone 3-4. The Mavericks's net rating is 2.3 points worse per 100 possessions when Klay plays, which is a substantial gap.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 18-38 | 3-4 | — |
| Off Rating | 109.4 | 110.3 | +0.9 |
| Def Rating | 113.6 | 116.8 | +3.2 |
| Net Rating | -4.2 | -6.6 | -2.3 |
| PPG | 113.3 | 110.7 | -2.6 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Klay Thompson?
When Klay sits, other Mavericks players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, AJ Johnson and Miles Kelly stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Klay has been out this season, Miles Kelly has averaged 9.3 extra minutes and 2.1 more rebounds.
MPG: +9.3 | RPG: +2.1
Klay Thompson Betting Trends
For bettors, Klay's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Mavericks's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Klay has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Thompson) Naji Marshall AST UNDER: 6-0 (+6.5u, 3.2 / -114 avg. line) Max Christie 3PM UNDER: 6-0 (+6.1u, 2.3 / -131 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Klay Thompson's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Mavericks @ Pelicans - March 16, 2026 Dallas Mavericks: Kyrie Irving (Out) Dereck Lively II (Out) Daniel Gafford (Out) New Orleans Pelicans: Dejounte Murray (Questionable)
We'll continue to monitor Klay's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Mavericks.