After missing the Washington game with a freak injury, Dirk Nowitzki will be a game-time decision for the game against Utah, according to Dwain Price of the Star-Telegram.  Nowitzki strained a tendon in his left ankle while putting on his shoe.  An MRI revealed no tears.  A member of the Mavs' medical staff predicted he probably will not play tonight.

Wang Zhizhi saw his first playing time of the season and played well enough to earn more time as the season continues.