The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Houston Rockets Monday night, winning 111-106. The Rockets controlled much of the game, but the Mavericks were able to grind out just enough stops and hit enough shots in the fourth quarter to win. This was the fourth time and final time the Mavericks play the Rockets this year, finishing the year 3-1 against Houston.
Luka Doncic led the Mavericks in scoring with 39 points, as well as 12 rebounds and eight assists. Christian Wood and Tim Hardaway Jr. chipped in 21 points each. Kevin Porter Jr. led the Rockets with 25 points and six assists, while Jalen Green scored 20.