The Mavericks shot an amazing 65.2% from the floor as a team and that was the main reason for this easy win. Josh Howard was outstanding in his first game of the season as he scored 27 points, grabbed 7 rebounds, dished out 5 assists and blocked 2 shots. Jose Barea got a rare start in this game and he was outstanding. Barea played 29 productive minutes in which he scored 25 points, grabbed 1 rebound and dished out 5 assists. Dirk Nowitzki had his usual solid game with 24 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists. The Mavericks improved to 2-1 on the season with this win.