112-100 Final Score Secures Home Win
The Dallas Mavericks secured a 112-100 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz on Friday, November 6, 2026, at American Airlines Center. The home team improved its record to 5-4, while the Jazz dropped to 1-8. A crowd of 19,568 witnessed the Mavericks pull away from a competitive first half to close out the game with consistent scoring.
The result stands as a decisive win for Dallas, extending their lead in the season standings relative to Utah.
Washington Leads Scoring Offense
P.J. Washington was the offensive engine for Dallas, finishing with 26 points. He provided crucial spacing and finishing touches throughout the contest.
Cooper Flagg added significant playmaking value, recording 7 assists that kept the offensive flow moving. Morez Johnson Jr. dominated the glass for the Mavericks, pulling down 17 rebounds to secure possessions and limit second-chance opportunities for the visitors. The combination of Washington’s scoring, Flagg’s distribution, and Johnson Jr.’s rebounding formed the backbone of the Dallas effort.
Jazz Struggle in Second Half
Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz in scoring with 24 points and added 8 rebounds. Keyonte George contributed 9 assists, attempting to orchestrate the Utah offense. Despite their individual efforts, the Jazz could not overcome the Mavericks’ defensive pressure and scoring bursts in the latter stages.
The away team’s scoring fluctuated, with 28 points in the first quarter and 29 in the second, but they managed only 19 in the third and 24 in the fourth. This inability to maintain offensive momentum allowed Dallas to establish a comfortable lead.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
The game featured a tight first quarter, ending with Utah leading 28-26. The Mavericks took the second quarter 31-29, taking a 57-57 lead into halftime. Dallas dominated the third quarter, outscoring the Jazz 32-19 to build a significant cushion.
Although the Jazz scored 24 in the fourth quarter, Dallas managed 23, holding the lead until the final buzzer. The final score of 112-100 reflects the Mavericks’ ability to sustain pressure and convert key possessions throughout the contest.
Sources
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