Mavericks Finish Strong To Defeat Rockets

Dallas Mavericks v Los Angeles Lakers

Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks shoots the ball against Anthony Davis #3 and LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Crypto.com Arena on November 22, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Kevork Djansezian / Getty Images Sport / Getty Images

Luka Doncic led the Mavericks to a 121-115 takedown of the Rockets in NBA In-Season Tournament action at the American Airlines Center. The Mavs outscored the Rockets 37-27 in the fourth quarter to clinch the win in the Group Play finale. Doncic erupted for 41 points, nine rebounds and nine assists in the win. Kyrie Irving pitched in with 27 points and five assists as the Mavs improved to 11-and-6. They will play host to the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night. Alperen Sengun led Houston with 31 points and nine rebounds in the losing effort. Fred VanVleet finished with a 10-point, 12-assist double-double. The Rockets had a two-game win streak snapped to fall to 8-and-7. They will visit the Denver Nuggets tonight.


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