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March 3, 2026
Returning to bench
Martin will be deployed off the bench Tuesday against the Hornets, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.
Analysis
Martin was upgraded to available for Tuesday's game, but he'll be utilized as a reserve with P.J. Washington returning to the court. Martin is averaging 4.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals in his previous four appearances off the bench.
March 3, 2026
Upgraded to available
Martin (back) is available for Tuesday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis
Martin is becoming a mainstay on the Dallas injury report, but he'll shed his probable tag due to lower-back soreness Tuesday. With P.J. Washington (ankle) returning to action, Martin might be heading to the bench. Over his last five outings as a reserve, Martin has averaged 4.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.2 steals in 16.5 minutes per game.
March 2, 2026
Probable for Tuesday
Martin (back) is probable for Tuesday's game against Charlotte.
Analysis
Lower-back soreness is unlikely to stop Martin from playing Tuesday. The swingman has started back-to-back games for Dallas, averaging 8.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.3 steals in 26.0 minutes per game over 12 games as a starter this season.
March 2, 2026
Starting Sunday
Martin (back) will start Sunday's game against the Thunder, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.
Analysis
Martin missed Friday's game against the Grizzlies due to a back issue, but he will return to a starting spot Sunday. Martin has scored in double figures in three of his last four games in a starting role.
March 1, 2026
Will play Sunday
Martin (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder, Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports reports.
Analysis
Martin will return from a one-game absence due to lower-back soreness and could take on an increased role due to Cooper Flagg (foot), Naji Marshall (finger) and P.J. Washington (ankle) being unavailable. Over four outings (one start) since the All-Star break, Martin has averaged 6.0 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.8 steals and 1.5 assists in 18.8 minutes per contest.
March 1, 2026
Upgraded to probable
Martin (back) has been upgraded to probable for Sunday's game against the Thunder.
Analysis
Martin was initially listed as questionable but now appears likely to return from a one-game absence due to lower-back soreness. With P.J. Washington (ankle) and Naji Marshall (finger) expected to join Cooper Flagg (foot) on the sidelines, Martin is likely to see increased playing time and is a top candidate to enter the starting five.
February 28, 2026
Iffy to face OKC
Martin (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder.
Analysis
Martin is still dealing with lower-back soreness and could miss a second straight game. If the veteran forward joins Cooper Flagg (foot) on the sidelines, Khris Middleton, Klay Thompson and Naji Marshall (finger) would be candidates for increased minutes, especially if P.J. Washington (ankle) is downgraded from doubtful to out.
February 28, 2026
Won't play Friday
Martin is out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies due to lower-back soreness.
Analysis
Martin's next chance to play now comes Sunday, when the Mavericks face the defending-champion Thunder. Dallas is decimated by injuries Friday, which positions Khris Middleton, Brandon Williams and Max Christie as worthwhile streaming options in most fantasy formats.
February 27, 2026
Downgraded to doubtful
Martin (back) is doubtful for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis
The Mavericks are downgrading Martin from questionable to doubtful for the second half of their back-to-back. With Dallas ravaged by injuries Friday, Khris Middleton, Brandon Williams and Max Christie are all lined up for significant playing time.
February 27, 2026
Listed questionable Friday
Martin (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis
It looks like Martin came away from Thursday's loss to the Kings with back soreness. If the veteran swingman cannot play Friday, Max Christie and Brandon Williams would both have an even brighter fantasy outlook against Memphis.