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Found January 04, 2012 on Pro Sports Daily: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Shawn Marion,  Lamar Odom,  Vince Carter
TEAMS: Dallas Mavericks,  Phoenix Suns

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Dallas forward Shawn Marion missed Wednesday's shootaround due to illness and may sit out the Mavericks' game against the visiting Phoenix Suns.Marion is considered a game-time decision for the showdown against the team that made him the ninth overall pick in 1999.Lamar Odom and Vince Carter would likely see more time on the court if Marion can't play.Marion, 33, is averaging 9.8 points and 4.8 rebounds in just over 28 minutes of action so far this season.
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