Dallas closed out a 149-128 win over Chicago, pulling away with sustained scoring and a decisive edge on the glass. The Mavericks’ offense was balanced, with multiple players reaching double figures, and they consistently generated quality looks by moving the ball and spacing the floor. J. Poulakidas led Dallas with 28 points, setting the tone as the Mavericks kept pressure on Chicago’s defense. A. Johnson added 20 points, while M. Cisse (17), R. Nembhard (15), and Christie Max (12) helped maintain the pace and prevent any prolonged scoring droughts. Teamwide, Dallas’ passing stood out with 35 assists, and the Mavericks controlled the rebounding battle 57-42, creating extra possessions and limiting Chicago’s second-chance opportunities. Chicago shot efficiently overall (42-for-68, 62.0%) and recorded 30 assists, but the Bulls couldn’t match Dallas’ volume of perimeter scoring, as the Mavericks hit 22 three-pointers. Going forward, the Mavericks can point to their combination of ball movement, rebounding, and three-point production as a winning formula. For the Bulls, the offensive efficiency was encouraging, but the defensive containment—particularly on the perimeter—and the rebounding margin were major factors that need improvement to avoid similar high-scoring losses.