DALLAS — Claiming back-to-back wins over two of the best four teams in the NBA record-wise, the Dallas Mavericks credit the play of their latest addition to the lineup for their recent resurgence.
Capturing a 105-101 victory Sunday over the Southwest Division-leading San Antonio Spurs, the Mavericks (18-30) seized their first regular-season win at AT&T Center since Nov. 26, 2010. The Mavs then completed a difficult back-to-back Monday night against the defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers, using a total team effort to leave their home hardwood with a 104-97 victory. And after signing former NBA Development League standout Yogi Ferrell to a 10-day contract on Saturday, the Mavs say it’s the undersized guard’s competitiveness and unselfishness that has led to their improved play.