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Mavericks vs. Lakers: Storm Won't Stop Luka's Return

1/25/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Mavericks will play the Los Angeles Lakers on January 24 at 7:30 p.m., despite a winter storm.
The Mavericks close the North and North Platinum entrances at the American Airlines Center to maintain temperatures.
The game marks Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers' return to Dallas.
Weather predictions include sleet and freezing rain, with hazardous travel conditions anticipated, and the Mavericks will provide updates as needed.

History

Historical Context

The February 2021 winter storm, impacting Texas and much of the U.S., marked a historic weather event, with over 170 million people under winter alerts. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) reported over 4 million power outages, exacerbating the state's ongoing infrastructure challenges. This storm resulted in at least 246 fatalities in Texas and caused an estimated $25.5 billion in damages, highlighting the urgent need for improved emergency preparedness.

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Story summary

The Mavericks will play the Los Angeles Lakers on January 24 at 7:30 p.m., despite a winter storm.
The Mavericks close the North and North Platinum entrances at the American Airlines Center to maintain temperatures.
The game marks Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers' return to Dallas.
Weather predictions include sleet and freezing rain, with hazardous travel conditions anticipated, and the Mavericks will provide updates as needed.

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