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Dallas Mavericks vs Brooklyn Nets Recap - Mavericks Win 120-101
Dallas got 22 points from Naji Marshall en route to a 120-101 victory over Brooklyn on Monday at Barclays Center.
Bettors who backed the Mavericks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 218.5.
Dallas got 16 points from Spencer Dinwiddie and another 16 points from PJ Washington. Spencer Dinwiddie contributed 12 assists, while Kai Jones cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
The Nets got a 19-point performance from Nic Claxton, who was supported by 17 points from Cameron Johnson. Cameron Johnson had 8 assists in a losing cause for Brooklyn, while Day'Ron Sharpe grabbed 7 rebounds.
The Mavericks hit the break winning 62-48 before taking care of business in the second half.
Dallas won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 41-37.
Dallas heads into a battle against the Knicks. Brooklyn, meanwhile, will have their next action against Toronto.