What happened: The NBA scheduled nine national games across NBC/Peacock, ESPN and Prime Video during the season's first four days. The DLLS Mavericks Show will discuss the Christmas Day schedule with The Stein Line at noon.
Why it matters: Dallas loses exposure on two of the NBA's marquee regular-season dates. Its early absence from national broadcasts also delays the team's first showcase of the 2026-27 season.
By the numbers: The Mavericks have zero nationally televised games during the first four days of the 2026-27 regular season, when nine national games are scheduled.
What to watch: Watch for Dallas' full schedule and remaining national television assignments.