Caleb Martin News, Rumors, Updates - Dallas Mavericks

Out with thumb sprain Martin is out for Wednesday's season opener against the Rockets with a sprained right thumb.

Impact The veteran forward isn't ready to make his season debut. His next chance to do so comes Friday, when the Mavericks face the Pacers on the front end of a back-to-back set.

3 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Martin (illness) will play in Sunday's preseason game against the Rockets, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact Martin will make his preseason debut after missing Friday's opener due to an illness. The veteran forward averaged a career-low 14.8 minutes per game during his first full season in Dallas last year.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Martin won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Rocket due to an illness.

Impact Martin's next chance to suit up will come during Sunday's rematch against the Rockets in China. The veteran forward enters 2026-27 as part of a crowded Dallas wing rotation, which could make consistent playing time difficult to secure.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Mavericks can't afford to make Caleb Martin's contract even more costly The Mavericks have an obvious way to keep Dwight Powell around, but there's one major problem Dallas can't afford to ignore.

SEPTEMBER 29 • THESMOKINGCUBAN.COM

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SEPTEMBER 19 • THESMOKINGCUBAN.COM

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SEPTEMBER 16 • THESMOKINGCUBAN.COM

Not guaranteed minutes Martin enters 2026-27 as part of a crowded Dallas forward rotation, which could make consistent playing time difficult to secure

Impact The Mavericks currently have P.J. Washington, Santi Aldama, rookie Morez Johnson and Martin competing for opportunities at power forward, while several other wings can also slide between positions. Martin's experience and two-way versatility does give him some hope, but the competition for minutes limits his fantasy ceiling entering the season.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Mavericks' controversial Caleb Martin trade just got a little easier to defend The Caleb Martin trade still wasn't a win for the Mavericks, but one unexpected development has softened the blow.

JULY 29 • THESMOKINGCUBAN.COM

Mavericks quietly roster a superstar-stopping defender no one is talking about Caleb Martin barely played in a 26-win Mavericks season, but the numbers suggest his role might be about to change in a big way.

MAY 2 • THESMOKINGCUBAN.COM

Unavailable versus Chicago Martin (heel) is listed as out for Sunday's game against Chicago.

Impact Martin hasn't played since the 130-120 win over the Cavaliers on March 15, so his absence Sunday officially marks the end of his season. With Naji Marshall (hip) and P.J. Washington (elbow) also unavailable, Khris Middleton and Klay Thompson are in line for enhanced roles.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Sunday Martin (heel) is not expected to play Sunday versus the Bulls.

Impact It looks like Martin will be spending the final game of the season on the sidelines, which should allow AJ Johnson and John Poulakidas to remain in the rotation. Check back for official confirmation on Martin's status closer to Sunday's tipoff.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Absence continuing Friday Martin (heel) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Martin's absence will extend to 13 consecutive games due to a strained right heel. With the Mavericks eliminated from playoff contention, Martin's last opportunity to appear in a game this season is Sunday against the Bulls.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday Martin is doubtful for Friday's game versus San Antonio due to a strained right heel.

Impact The veteran swingman is running out of time to return during the regular season due to the injury, which has kept him sidelined for 12 consecutive games. Khris Middleton and Klay Thompson should help fill out the extra minutes on the wing Friday.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Wednesday Martin (heel) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Suns.

Impact Martin will miss a 12th consecutive game due to a right heel strain. His next chance to play is Friday against the Spurs, though there's no indication that the veteran forward will be available for the Mavericks' final games of the regular season.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to play Wednesday Martin (heel) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Suns.

Impact Martin didn't play in the first leg of the back-to-back set Tuesday against the Clippers, and the doubtful tag suggests the veteran forward could sit out Wednesday's game as well. Martin hasn't played since March 15, and it's uncertain whether he'll suit up for any of the final games of the Mavs' season this week.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Martin (heel) is out for Tuesday's game versus the Clippers.

Impact Martin hasn't played since March 15, but he was listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game, which can be considered a sign of progress. His next chance to play will come Wednesday in Phoenix.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Tuesday Martin (heel) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Martin is likely to miss an 11th straight game due to a right plantar fascia strain. If he's ultimately ruled out, his next chance to play would be Wednesday in Phoenix.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Sunday Martin (heel) is out for Sunday's game versus the Lakers.

Impact This will be his 10th straight game on the sidelines. It seems unlikely that Martin will be cleared for Tuesday's meeting with the Clippers.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles visits Dallas following Flagg's 51-point outing

Dallas hosts the Los Angeles Lakers after Cooper Flagg scored 51 points in the Dallas Mavericks' 138-127 loss to the Orlando Magic

APRIL 4 • Associated Press

Ruled out Friday Martin is out for Friday's game versus Orlando due to a right plantar fascia strain, Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports reports.

Impact Martin is sidelined for a ninth consecutive contest. Max Christie, Klay Thompson and Khris Middleton are the most likely options to soak up more playing time on the wing for the Mavericks on Friday. Martin's next chance to play comes Sunday, when Dallas clashes with the Lakers.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday Martin is doubtful for Friday's game versus Orlando due to a right plantar fascia strain.

Impact Martin is expected to miss a ninth consecutive contest Friday. Max Christie, Klay Thompson and Khris Middleton are the most likely candidates to handle more playing time on the wing for the Mavericks in Martin's expected absence.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas plays Orlando on home slide

Dallas looks to end its 13-game home slide with a win against Orlando

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Another absence coming Martin (heel) is out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Martin will be sidelined for his eighth game in a row and remains without a timetable to return. His next chance to play is Friday against Orlando.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Martin (heel) won't play Monday against the Timberwolves.

Impact Martin was added to the injury report as doubtful, and the team has since officially downgraded him to out for Monday's clash, which will mark his seventh consecutive absence. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Tuesday in Milwaukee.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Monday Martin (heel) is doubtful for Monday's game versus Minnesota.

Impact Martin is on track to sit out his seventh straight game, and his minutes will continue to be divvied up amongst Klay Thompson and Khris Middleton. Check back closer to Monday's tipoff for official word on Martin's status.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

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