Cooper Flagg delivered a masterclass in playmaking and scoring, recording a career-high 12 assists alongside 25 points to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a decisive 130-93 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday night. The former Rookie of the Year secured his third consecutive double-double, showcasing his expanding offensive repertoire by hitting five of his first six shots. Flagg’s performance capped a strong weekend for Dallas, which included a 112-100 win over Utah on Friday where he finished with 21 points despite a slow start.
Rookie of the Year powers Dallas to season-best shooting night in dominant home victory
The Mavericks controlled the game from the opening tip, building a commanding 66-46 lead at halftime that they never relinquished. Dallas shot a season-best 57.1% from the field, setting a new franchise high for points in a single game. Kyrie Irving contributed 21 points, while Daniel Gafford added 18, providing a balanced attack that overwhelmed the Nets. The 37-point final margin stands as the largest victory of the season for Dallas, who are now preparing for the second leg of a home back-to-back.
For the visiting Brooklyn Nets, the loss marks the end of a brutal start to a four-game road trip, as they were swept in a back-to-back following their narrow 124-121 defeat in Atlanta. Michael Porter Jr. led the Nets with 19 points and nine rebounds, while Nolan Traore added 14 points, but the team never led against Dallas. The Nets’ inability to maintain their competitive edge from the previous game was starkly evident, as they trailed for the majority of the contest against a well-executed Dallas offense.
Source: Yahoo Sports
