The newly upgraded line-up which included Haywood and Stevenson (Butler was out sick...) got the best of Wednesday's game and beat the defending champs 101-96. Most notable in the Mavericks line-up upgrade is their much improved defense.
Haywood had 5 blocks of the team's 6 blocks showing how big an impact and presence he brings to the team inside the post. The game was an exciting one which had 24 lead changes and eight ties.
Though the newly acquired did shine in their game, it was the veteran players that lead the team for the win. Nowitzki and Terry scored 22 of Dallas’ final 23 points.
“This is our type of ballgame,” said Terry. “Any time in the fourth quarter and the game is close, it’s going to be up to myself, Jason Kidd or Dirk to get the win. I think we welcome that challenge and we don’t need to change it right now.”
Dallas and Los Angeles split the four-game season series. This could be an indication that Dallas is ready for whatever match-up problems the Lakers may impose on them during the playoffs if ever the two teams meet.
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