Flagg leads Dallas Mavericks to road victory
Cooper Flagg contributed 12 points, six rebounds, and six assists as the Dallas Mavericks ended their losing streak with a 111-105 win over the Washington Wizards in Washington.
Game highlights
- Naji Marshall scored a season-high 30 points for Washington.
- P.J. had eight crucial points in the final five minutes to help Dallas secure the win.
- CJ McCollum scored 25 points but managed only two points in the second half.
- Cam Whitmore added a season-high 19 points for the Wizards.
Team performances and streaks
Washington lost its eighth consecutive game, dropping to a 1-9 record, while the Mavericks improved to 3-7, snapping a four-game losing streak and earning their first road win this season. Washington’s sole victory came on October 24 against Dallas, winning 117-107.
Key moments and player contributions
P.J. hit two free throws to put Dallas ahead 102-101 with 4:36 remaining, then added two baskets and two more free throws to seal the game. The Mavericks dominated early, scoring 19 straight points and holding Washington scoreless for over five minutes to take a 28-16 lead late in the first quarter.
Washington fought back, with Alex Sarr’s follow shot giving the Wizards a 72-71 lead with 5:07 left in the third quarter—their first lead since early in the game. Whitmore scored 11 points in the third quarter, and Washington led 86-82 heading into the final period.
Unavailable players
Dallas played without Anthony Davis, who missed his fifth consecutive game due to a strained left calf, and Klay Thompson, sidelined by illness.
"The Mavericks scored 19 straight points, holding Washington scoreless for more than five minutes to take a 28-16 lead with 2:11 remaining in the first quarter."
Author's summary: Cooper Flagg’s versatile performance helped the Dallas Mavericks snap their losing streak with an important road victory over the Washington Wizards, who remain winless at home this season.