Dallas Mavericks All-Star forward Dirk Nowitzki is set to return from his two-game absence tonight against the Utah Jazz, according to a report by Eddie Sefko of the Dallas News.

Nowitzki sat out Friday's home-opener, when the Mavs hosted the Houston Rockets, and was scratched right before tip-off on Sunday due to a stomach bug.

The Mavericks will need their starting forward clicking in all cylinders, as they've lost the first three games by single digits.

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The German international had a good opening-night showing in an overtime loss to the Indiana Pacers, putting up 22 points, eight rebounds, two assists, two steals, and two blocks in the effort.

Dirk Nowitzki could draw a mismatch against Utah's Derrick Favors, who isn't too keen at playing others in the perimeter. If he has success, the Mavs could be looking at their first win of the season upon his return.