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January 25, 2026
Unlikely to return Sunday
Cisse (illness) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis
Cisse is trending toward missing a second consecutive game while battling through an illness. His absence Sunday would leave Dwight Powell as the lone backup big man behind Daniel Gafford. Cisse has averaged 7.0 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.8 blocks over 16.8 minutes per game over his last six outings.
January 24, 2026
Officially out
Cisse (illness) won't play in Saturday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis
Cisse was downgraded from questionable to doubtful earlier Saturday, so his absence was expected. With Daniel Gafford (ankle) healthy, the Mavericks will have enough bodies to man the center position. Cisse's next chance to play will come Sunday at Milwaukee.
January 24, 2026
Downgraded to doubtful
Cisse (illness) has been downgraded to doubtful ahead of Saturday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis
Cisse was initially listed as questionable Friday, but the downgrade in status suggests it wouldn't be surprising if he ends up being ruled out. If Cisse ends up being out, the Mavs would have to rely on Daniel Gafford (ankle) and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl as depth pieces at center with Dwight Powell expected to remain the starter.
January 23, 2026
Iffy for Saturday
Cisse (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis
Cisse is still under the weather, though he was cleared to play in Thursday's win over Golden State. However, he logged just six minutes in that contest, and with Daniel Gafford (ankle) expected to return from a four-game absence, Cisse isn't guaranteed to see meaningful playing time.
January 22, 2026
Available Thursday
Cisse (illness) has been cleared to play Friday night against the Warriors.
Analysis
Cisse carried a probable tag leading up to Thursday's matchup due to an illness, and he's officially been given the green light to take the court. He's averaging 8.2 points, 9.6 rebounds and 2.0 blocks in his last five games, all off the bench.
January 22, 2026
Probable for Thursday
Cisse (illness) is probable for Thursday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis
Cisse was previously labeled as questionable, so he's trending in the right direction. With Daniel Gafford (ankle) now considered doubtful, Cisse is likely to absorb a handful of backup center minutes behind Dwight Powell on Thursday.
January 21, 2026
Tabbed questionable
Cisse is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Golden State.
Analysis
Cisse is feeling under the weather, and he's at risk of missing Thursday's contest. Daniel Gafford (ankle) is also considered questionable, so Dallas' frontcourt could be a bit thin.
January 20, 2026
Flirts with double-double
Cisse had 15 points (5-6 FG, 5-8 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, four blocks and one steal in 20 minutes during Monday's 114-97 victory over New York.
Analysis
Cisse turned in the best performance of his young career, falling one rebound short of his first double-double while also matching his career high in blocks. With Daniel Gafford continuing to deal with ankle issues, Cisse has made the most of his limited opportunities over the past two weeks. In five games during that span, he has put up top-90 value in standard leagues, averaging 8.2 points on 76.2 percent shooting from the field, adding 9.6 blocks and 2.0 blocks in just 19.2 minutes per contest. It's tough to label him a must-roster player, but managers will want to keep a close eye on him as we approach the silly season.
