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Mavericks vs Knicks Final: 99-86 - Recap
Luka Doncic went off for 26 points and added 8 rebounds leading Dallas over New York, 99-86, on Friday at Madison Square Garden.
Dallas won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -5.0-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 213.0.
Dallas got 15 points from Jalen Brunson and another 14 points from Tim Hardaway Jr.. Luka Doncic contributed 7 assists, while Dorian Finney-Smith cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
The Knicks got a 20-point performance from Alec Burks, who was supported by 14 points from Julius Randle. Julius Randle had 11 assists in a losing cause for New York, while Julius Randle grabbed 8 rebounds.
Dallas led at halftime, 49-46.
Dallas had a 47-43 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Dallas looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wizards. The Knicks will aim to get back on the winning track at Detroit.