Dallas Mavericks vs Indiana Pacers Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Updated Feb 22, after the final
Projected starting lineups and depth for both teams, by minutes over recent games: Dallas Mavericks at Indiana Pacers, 22 February 2026. The written preview, odds and model sit on the main preview page.
Projected Starting Fives
Minutes this season| Dallas Mavericks | Position | Indiana Pacers |
|---|---|---|
Max Christie 29.6 mpg · 6.3 pts  | PG |  Aaron Nesmith 30.0 mpg · 12.7 pts |
Daniel Gafford 21.4 mpg · 8.9 pts  | SG |  Andrew Nembhard 31.9 mpg · 19.0 pts |
Cooper Flagg 34.1 mpg · 23.9 pts  | SF |  Pascal Siakam 33.8 mpg · 21.3 pts |
P.J. Washington 30.8 mpg · 15.8 pts  | PF |  Kobe Brown 28.3 mpg · 4.7 pts |
Naji Marshall 29.6 mpg · 12.5 pts  | C |  Obi Toppin 27.7 mpg · 14.5 pts |
Starters are not published in advance. These five are the heaviest minute-earners on each contracted roster who can cover all five positions between them. Every game's starting lineups →
Depth chart
Quick answers2 questions
What are the Dallas Mavericks vs Indiana Pacers starting lineups?
For 22 February 2026, the Dallas Mavericks are expected to start P.J. Washington, Daniel Gafford, Naji Marshall, Max Christie and Cooper Flagg. The Indiana Pacers are expected to start Jay Huff, Jarace Walker, T.J. McConnell, Andrew Nembhard and Aaron Nesmith. Each five comes from the team's recent starts, with injured players taken out.
Who is out for Mavericks vs Pacers?
For 22 February 2026, the Dallas Mavericks are without 3 players: Dereck Lively II (Out), Tarik Biberovic (Out) and Sergio De Larrea (Out), and the Indiana Pacers are without 3 players: Johnny Furphy (Out), Ben Sheppard (Out) and Tyrese Haliburton (Out). Statuses come from the latest injury report and update through the day until tip-off.