The Mavericks have scored at least 33 in every quarter and lead Brooklyn 100-71 entering the fourth.
On Sunday, Dallas built a 100-71 lead through three quarters, scoring 33, 33 and 34 points while Brooklyn managed 26, 20 and 25. The Mavericks’ 34-25 third quarter widened a halftime advantage of 66-46 into a 29-point cushion. Cooper Flagg has 22 points and 12 assists, Kyrie Irving has 21 points, and Daniel Gafford has added 18. Michael Porter Jr. leads Brooklyn with 19 points and nine rebounds; Dallas entered 5-4 and 16th in the power index, while the 2-7 Nets were 23rd.
Key Performers
Cooper Flagg (DAL): 22 points, 12 assists, 5 rebounds Kyrie Irving (DAL): 21 points, 4 assists Michael Porter Jr. (BKN): 19 points, 9 rebounds