The Dallas Mavericks held off a late Indiana Pacers push to secure a 125-122 victory at American Airlines Center on Monday, November 9. Cooper Flagg was the decisive force, scoring 43 points and adding 10 rebounds, while Kyrie Irving contributed 35 points to help the home team close out the contest.
Early Momentum and Mid-Game Shifts
The Pacers established an early lead, finishing the first quarter ahead 31-26. However, Dallas responded with a 30-point second-quarter effort to tie the game at 56-56 at the half. The Mavericks took control in the third quarter, outscoring Indiana 34-27 to enter the final period with a 90-83 advantage. The home team maintained that lead for most of the fourth, but the Pacers mounted a spirited comeback attempt, pulling within two points late in the game.
Key Performances
Cooper Flagg led the Mavericks with 43 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists. Kyrie Irving provided crucial scoring support with 35 points. On the other side of the ball, Pascal Siakam led Indiana with 29 points and nine rebounds, while Andrew Nembhard orchestrated the offense with 12 assists. The Pacers also received contributions from Aaron Nesmith and Ivica Zubac, but they could not overcome the combined firepower of Dallas's core.
