The Mavericks shot only 35.4% from the floor while the Blazers hit 50% and that was too much for the Mavericks to overcome in this game. Josh Howard led the way for the Mavericks with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Jason Terry had another solid game with 16 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists and 2 blocked shots. Brandon Bass had another solid game for the Mavs with 13 points and 7 rebounds in only 24 minutes. The Mavericks are now 4-2 on the season.