Dirk Nowitzki (illness) is considered questionable to play Friday against the Lakers, Earl Sneed of Mavs.com reports.

Nowitzki (illness) is considered questionable to play Friday against the Lakers, Earl Sneed of Mavs.com reports.

Analysis:

Both Nowitzki and Monta Ellis are dealing with illnesses and could miss Friday's contest. A decision likely won't come until close to game-time, but given the opponent, Dallas may be more apt to hold one or both out if they're significantly less than 100 percent.