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Chicago Bulls vs. Mavericks Rescheduled After Court Postponement

1/11/2026

Summary

Story summary

Chicago Bulls will face Dallas Mavericks on January 10, 2026, after their game against the Miami Heat was postponed due to condensation on the court.
The postponement followed a two-hour delay from high humidity and warmer-than-usual temperatures, causing slippery conditions.
This is the first NBA game rescheduled for such reasons since 2017.
The Bulls are missing Josh Giddey and Zach Collins, and Mavericks are without Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis.

History

Historical Context

In 2017, the NBA postponed a game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Portland Trail Blazers due to unsafe court conditions from condensation, highlighting the growing impact of climate on indoor sports. Similar issues arose in 2026 with the Chicago Bulls and Dallas Mavericks, emphasizing the need for improved climate control measures in arenas to ensure player safety and game integrity.

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Story summary

Chicago Bulls will face Dallas Mavericks on January 10, 2026, after their game against the Miami Heat was postponed due to condensation on the court.
The postponement followed a two-hour delay from high humidity and warmer-than-usual temperatures, causing slippery conditions.
This is the first NBA game rescheduled for such reasons since 2017.
The Bulls are missing Josh Giddey and Zach Collins, and Mavericks are without Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis.

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