Stats Rundown: 5 numbers to know from the Mavericks’ 111-105 win at the Washington Wizards
Naji Marshall came off the bench to score 30 points, leading the Dallas Mavericks past the Washington Wizards 111-105 and ending a four-game losing streak at Capital One Arena.
Bench Sparks the Comeback
Dallas started slowly but quickly found rhythm in the first quarter. Despite inconsistent stretches through the middle quarters, strong minutes from Naji Marshall and Moussa Cisse helped the Mavericks recover each time momentum swung.
Reserves Make the Difference
The Mavericks’ bench proved decisive, outscoring Washington’s second unit 59-44. Marshall’s 30 points led all scorers, supported by timely contributions from Cooper Flagg and P.J. Washington, who made key plays late to secure the win.
Rebounding Power
Dallas dominated the offensive glass in the crucial moments, grabbing 10 offensive rebounds in the fourth quarter alone to secure extra possessions and close out the game.
Turning the Page
This victory halted Dallas’s skid and highlighted the importance of depth and resilience after a heavy loss to Memphis the previous night, where Ja Morant had scored 21 points.
“They may have wobbled throughout the second and third quarters, but Naji Marshall and Moussa Cisse came off the bench to course correct when the Mavs needed it.”
Key Numbers
- Final Score: Mavericks 111 – Wizards 105
- Naji Marshall: 30 points off the bench
- Bench Scoring: Dallas 59 – Washington 44
- Offensive Rebounds (4th Quarter): 10
- Losing streak ended: 4 games
Author’s Summary: Dallas snapped its skid with a resilient team effort led by Naji Marshall’s 30-point spark and dominant bench play in Washington.