Dallas Mavericks at Houston Rockets

Dallas' Shooting and Ball Movement Broke Houston Open

Dallas beat Houston 132-115 with more efficient shooting, stronger ball movement and a major transition-scoring advantage. The Mavericks shot 48% from the field and 38% from three while recording 28 assists to Houston's 18 and outscoring the Rockets 24-11 on the fast break. The game's first major swing came in the second quarter, when an 11-0 Dallas run turned a 31-28 deficit into a 39-31 lead before another 10-0 burst extended the separation.

Final score: Dallas Mavericks 132, Houston Rockets 115. Primary win factor: 3PT Shooting.