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Chicago Bulls vs Dallas Mavericks: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Chicago Bulls (1-8) visit the Dallas Mavericks (7-4) on Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, at American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX. TV: KFAA-TV, MavsTV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Dallas Mavericks vs Chicago Bulls.

NBASaturday, December 19, 2026
8:00 PM ETDec 19, 2026
DateDec 19, 2026
Time8:00 PM ET
VenueAmerican Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
TVKFAA-TV, MavsTV

Team comparison

Chicago BullsDallas Mavericks
Points per game
112.7
114.9
Points allowed per game
129.3
110.3
1-8Record7-4
4th in Central DivisionStanding4th in Southwest Division
1-5Road record / home record5-2
LLLLLLast 5WWWLL
L7StreakW3

Team stats

Chicago BullsDallas Mavericks
L7StreakW3
Points Against
129.3
110.3
1-8Last Ten Games7-3
Points Per Game
112.7
114.9
Field Goal %
42
48
Three Point %
27
34
Rebounds Per Game
43.7
44.5
Assists Per Game
25.2
26.4
Blocks Per Game
5.4
5.6
Steals Per Game
8.1
8.7
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.3
0.9
Total Turnovers Per Game
16.1
16.3

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Chicago Bulls
Norman Powell G · Shoulder - Inflammation
Day-To-Day
Tobe Awaka F · Back
Day-To-Day
Zach Collins F · Illness
Day-To-Day
Dallas Mavericks
Sergio de Larrea F · Knee - Strain
Out
Tarik Biberovic F · Heel - Inflammation
Out
Dereck Lively II C · Foot - Surgery
Out
Day-To-Day

Recent form

Nov 8, 2026 · vs Philadelphia 76ersL 121-127
Nov 4, 2026 · at New York KnicksL 105-135
Nov 2, 2026 · at Philadelphia 76ersL 107-126
Oct 30, 2026 · at Boston CelticsL 111-125
Oct 28, 2026 · vs New York KnicksL 127-133
Nov 9, 2026 · vs Indiana PacersW 125-122
Nov 8, 2026 · vs Brooklyn NetsW 130-93
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Utah JazzW 112-100
Nov 4, 2026 · at San Antonio SpursL 111-112
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Sacramento KingsL 100-115

Season series

Series starts 12/19
Jan 25, 2027DAL 0, CHI 0
Dec 19, 2026CHI 0, DAL 0

Team pages

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Chicago Bulls vs Dallas Mavericks?

The game is on Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET at American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX.

How can I watch Chicago Bulls vs Dallas Mavericks?

TV: KFAA-TV, MavsTV.

What are the records of the Chicago Bulls and Dallas Mavericks?

Chicago Bulls: 1-8. Dallas Mavericks: 7-4.

Who is injured for Chicago Bulls vs Dallas Mavericks?

Listed out or doubtful: Dallas Mavericks: Sergio de Larrea, Tarik Biberovic, Dereck Lively II. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Chicago Bulls vs Dallas Mavericks played?

American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX.

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