Bulls, Mavericks Clash Amid Playoff Aspirations

As the Chicago Bulls prepare to host the Dallas Mavericks on March 29, both teams are striving to enhance their playoff standings. The Bulls, led by Josh Giddey's recent buzzer-beater against the Lakers, have won nine of their last 11 games and are currently two games behind the seventh-place Atlanta Hawks. Meanwhile, the Mavericks, who are navigating a challenging season marked by injuries and the recent addition of Anthony Davis, are looking to capitalize on their current four-game eastern swing. Despite their struggles, there are hopes for a turnaround, although uncertainty looms over the team's management and performance. Injury reports reveal that both teams are contending with several sidelined players, adding to the stakes of this matchup. The game is set to tip off at 8 p.m. ET.