Parsons, Mavericks take down Thunder
The Dallas Mavericks issued a reminder on Monday about just how solid they are at every position, getting a terrific all-around performance in beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-115.
The Mavs, losers of five of eight coming into the game, got another victory over a quality team after blowing out the Clippers by 30 points on Friday. Chandler Parsons led the way with a season-high 31 points while Monta Ellis added 24.
Dirk Nowitzki had 22, including four-of-seven from three, while Rajon Rondo logged his first double-double since Jan. 5 with 11 points and 13 assists. Mavs coach Rick Carlisle was happy about that.
Carlisle: "I liked everything about the way Rondo played tonight. ... I think we're going to keep getting & he's a big reason why."
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While Russell Westbrook continued his lights-out play in carrying the Thunder, he fouled out with under a minute left in the game. He finished with 24 points, 12 assists and eight rebounds.
With news earlier Monday that Serge Ibaka will undergo surgery, Enes Kanter registered his fourth double-double in five games with 19 points and 13 rebounds. It was the Thunder's second loss in three tries this season against their I-35 rivals, with one left on April 1.