Mavericks vs. Pelicans: A History of the Southern Hoops Series

When Do the Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans Play Next?

Dallas Mavericks tickets and New Orleans Pelicans tickets can be found on their respective team pages, along with schedule information.

Are the Dallas Mavericks and the New Orleans Pelicans Rivals?

The Pelicans have been around as a franchise since 2002 and were placed in the same division as the Mavericks in 2004. A potential rivalry started in 2007 but dropped off significantly shortly afterward. But this year could be the true beginning of a Mavericks-Pelicans rivalry, as both sides have young talent that is starting to meet its potential.

Who are the Dallas Mavericks’ Biggest Rivals?

The San Antonio Spurs are the Dallas Mavericks’ biggest rivals. The I-35 rivalry has featured a lot of playoff matchups, with six series that have fueled the animosity. The Spurs have won four of the six, including the most recent two series in 2010 and 2014. In 2003, the Spurs beat the Mavericks in the Western Conference Finals. Dallas had to wait three years for revenge, but knocked out the Spurs in the 2006 conference semifinals. San Antonio once won 16 straight games during the rivalry. Dallas’ other rivals include Phoenix, Houston, and the Lakers.

Who are the New Orleans Pelicans’ Biggest Rivals?

New Orleans does not have a true rival yet, mostly because the franchise is just over 20 years old and has not experienced much success. It has moved on to the conference semifinals only twice and is historically more than 100 games under .500. The Pelicans will need more sustained success to build up proper rivalries.

Game Results Between the Mavericks & Pelicans

Unless these teams meet in the postseason, the 2023-24 season clashes are in the books. Both teams won two games, as Dallas won on November 12 and January 15 and New Orleans won on November 14 and January 13.

Dallas Mavericks vs. New Orleans Pelicans History

Dallas has dominated New Orleans to the tune of 55 wins to 32 losses. The two teams have only faced off once in the postseason, but that was won by the Pelicans. The 2008 New Orleans Hornets, as they were known at the time, won their first playoff series against the Mavericks with a 4-1 win in the first round. That season, New Orleans won its first Southwest Division title as well. Since then, Dallas has won two division titles and one NBA title. New Orleans has made the playoffs just five times in that span. But this season, the Pelicans, led by Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram, are in first place in the Southwest Division. The Mavericks, whose stars include Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, are just a few games behind. We could potentially see Mavericks Pelicans games in the postseason.

Where Do the New Orleans Pelicans and Dallas Mavericks Play?

The New Orleans Pelicans play at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. It has been the home of the Hornets/Pelicans since 2002 and has hosted multiple NCAA basketball tournaments and Women’s Final Fours.

The Dallas Mavericks play at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. American Airlines Center is in the Victory Park neighborhood in Dallas and is also home to the Dallas Stars. It is a popular concert venue and has NCAA basketball tournaments, UFC fights, and more.