nba Game Recap
Recap - Mavericks Defeat Atlanta 129-119
Kyrie Irving went off for 32 points and added 7 rebounds leading Dallas to a 129-119 win over Atlanta on Monday at State Farm Arena.
Bettors who backed the Mavericks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 236.0.
Dallas got 23 points from Jaden Hardy and another 22 points from Naji Marshall. Kyrie Irving contributed 6 assists, while PJ Washington cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Atlanta got 28 points from Jalen Johnson in a losing cause and another 18 points from Trae Young. Trae Young contributed 16 assists for the Hawks, while Jalen Johnson had 11 rebounds.
The Mavericks hit the break losing 67-61 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Dallas as they grabbed 51 boards, while Atlanta only had 39
Next game, Dallas takes its act home to face New York looking for another win. For Atlanta, they head on the road to face Cleveland.