At a Glance
- Mavericks snapped a four-game losing streak, beating the Rockets 110-104.
- Anthony Davis 26 points, Max Christie 24 points.
- Kevin Durant 34 points for Rockets.
- Why it matters: The win snapped Dallas’s slide and kept their home-court streak alive, while key performances highlighted the teams’ offensive strengths.
After a rough stretch, the Dallas Mavericks turned the tables on the Houston Rockets, ending a four-game losing streak with a 110-104 victory on Saturday night. The win kept their home-court momentum alive and showcased standout performances from both teams.
Game Highlights
Anthony Davis led the Rockets with 26 points and 12 rebounds, while Max Christie sparked the Mavericks with 24 points, including four of six three-point attempts. Dallas narrowed a 17-point fourth-quarter lead to a 106-101 tie with 1:07 left before Christie delivered a decisive dunk.
Key Stats
- Mavericks shot 55.0%, Rockets 38.7%
- Mavericks outscored Rockets 66-54 in the paint
- Rockets grabbed 17 offensive rebounds to Dallas’ 2
- Rockets outscored Mavericks 15-0 on second-chance points
| Category | Mavericks | Rockets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goal % | 55.0% | 38.7% |
| Paint points | 66 | 54 |
| Offensive rebounds | 2 | 17 |
| Second-chance points | 0 | 15 |
The Rockets’ offensive rebound advantage was not enough to secure the win.
Next Games
With the Rockets’ streak snapped, Houston will host Phoenix on Monday, while the Mavericks head out on a three-game road trip starting Tuesday in Sacramento.
Key Takeaways
- Mavericks end four-game slide, maintain home-court streak
- Key individual performances: Davis (26/12), Christie (24/4-of-6)
- Rockets’ offensive rebound advantage not enough to secure win
Both teams showcased high-level play, but Dallas’s resilience and clutch scoring secured the win, setting the stage for their upcoming road trip.
