The Dallas Mavericks secured a crucial 120-101 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night, with Naji Marshall leading the charge off the bench.
Marshall finished with 22 points on 9-of-15 shooting, helping Dallas improve to 35-37 as they continue their fight for a play-in spot in the Western Conference. P.J. Washington and Spencer Dinwiddie each contributed 16 points, while Brandon Williams added 15.
Anthony Davis made his return after a six-week absence due to a groin injury, scoring 12 points in 27 minutes. The Mavericks benefited from his presence on both ends of the floor, outscoring Brooklyn 62-46 in the paint.
Brooklyn (23-49) suffered its fourth straight loss, despite a 19-point effort from Nic Claxton. The Nets struggled from deep, hitting just 11-of-33 attempts (33.3%) from three-point range.
Dallas took control in the third quarter when Dinwiddie orchestrated a key stretch. The run extended the Mavericks’ lead to 75-56, putting the game out of reach.
