Dallas Mavericks Injury Report: Massive health update on Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford, will they start against Chicago Bulls?

The Chicago Bulls will go head to head against the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, March 29 at the United Center.

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Chicago Bulls will go head to head against the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, March 29.

Both Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford could make their highly-anticipated returns against the Bulls.

Daniel Gafford is recovering from a right knee sprain and Dereck Lively II is dealing with a right ankle fracture.

The Chicago Bulls will go head to head against the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, March 29 at the United Center. The Dallas Mavericks are navigating through their own injury issues with a lengthy injury report as eyes will be on Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford, whether they start against Chicago Bulls or not. 

Will Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford play against Chicago Bulls?

There is some good news for the Dallas Mavericks' fans as both Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford could make their highly-anticipated returns against the Bulls. Both the players are listed as doubtful on the team's injury report. Daniel Gafford is recovering from a right knee sprain and Dereck Lively II is dealing with a right ankle fracture. 

Gafford last featured for Mavericks on February 10 and the last time Lively played on the court was on January 14. If both the centers are given the green signal to start against the Bulls, then it would be a major boost for the Mavericks. They still have eight games to make a push for the playoffs. 

Anthony Davis (left adductor strain), Caleb Martin (right hip strain) and Brandon Williams (low back tightness) are listed as probable. All these three players will suit up against the Bulls. 

P.J. Washington (left ankle sprain) and Kai Jones (left hip contusion) are listed as questionable. Their availability depends on how they feel before the tip-off. Dante Exum (left hand fracture), Kyrie Irving (left knee sprain/ACL tear) and Olivier-Maxence Prosper (right wrist surgery) are sidelined from the clash. 

The Dallas Mavericks are tenth in the Western Conference with a record of 36-38. They are on a one-game winning streak. The Chicago Bulls are ninth in the Eastern Conference with a record of 33-40. They are currently on a four-game winning streak. 

When and where to watch Chicago Bulls vs Dallas Mavericks clash?

The tip-off time for the Chicago Bulls vs Dallas Mavericks clash is 8:00 pm ET. The live broadcast of Chicago Bulls vs Dallas Mavericks clash will be available on CHSN and KFAA. The fans can enjoy live streaming of Chicago Bulls vs Dallas Mavericks clash on NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app. 

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