CHI Bulls vs DAL Mavericks - Basketball - NBA - Tip Preview

The Mavericks put on a great show last night despite some early struggles against the Kings and the most in form team in the league head to Chicago to extend their 10 game winning streak to 11.

The Mavericks have been led in the scoring by Caron Butler and Dirk Nowitzki but with the absence of John Terry has left a hole in the scoring. But Jason Kidd, Baeubois and Shawn Marion stood up last night to be counted, with all entering double digit scoring figures.

Brendon Haywood could miss this game due to back spasms, which leaves the Mavs a little short in size and will need Nowitzki, Marion, Najera and Butler to all contribute to grabbing the boards.

Chicago Bulls on the other hand have been really struggling losing 3 straight by 9 points or more, and this can be directly related to the lack of big men in the team. After getting rid of Tyrus Thomas and an injury to Joakim Noah, they have shortened their size a bit.

With both teams short on big men, we should see a lot of points being scored in transition tonight, with Dirk probably having a few more of his fadeway jump shots in the post.

Dallas should win this game and extend their win streak, as this confident form is definitely helping them perform well.