Dirk Nowitzki (knee) is considered probable for Saturday's Game 4 against the Thunder, Earl Sneed of Mavs.com reports.

Nowitzki (knee) is considered probable for Saturday's Game 4 against the Thunder, Earl K. Sneed of Mavs.com reports.

Analysis:

Nowitzki has been nursing a bone bruise on his right knee since Monday's Game 2 win, but it doesn't look as though his status has ever been in much jeopardy. The veteran played 33 minutes in Thursday's Game 3 loss, finishing with 16 points, six rebounds, and five assists, despite admitting that he was still in pain prior to the game. With only one day off between games, Nowitzki will likely still be less than 100 percent Saturday, but it's unlikely to impact his workload.