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Dallas Defeats Washington 125-124 - Recap
Washington was victimized for 31 points and 12 rebounds by Luka Doncic as the Mavericks defeated the Wizards 125-124 in NBA action on Saturday.
Dallas did not, however, defeat the Wizards against the spread, which closed at -4.5 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 232.0.
Dallas got 22 points from Dorian Finney-Smith and another 17 points from Maxi Kleber. Luka Doncic contributed 20 assists, while Luka Doncic cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Washington got 42 points from Russell Westbrook in a losing cause and another 29 points from Bradley Beal. Russell Westbrook contributed 9 assists for the Wizards, while Russell Westbrook had 10 rebounds.
The Mavericks hit the break winning 70-65 before taking care of business in the second half.
Washington had a 46-36 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Dallas takes its act home to face Sacramento looking for another win. For Washington, they head home to face Indiana.