The Mavericks didn’t play any defense last night as the Rockets shot 54.2% from the floor and it cost them the game. Josh Howard led the way for the Mavericks with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Jason Terry pitched in with 17 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists. Jerry Stackhouse finished with 11 points and 4 assists in only 24 minutes off the bench. The Mavericks are now 39-23 on the season.