Mavericks fall to the Rockets 135-117

The Dallas Mavericks lost to the Houston Rockets 135-117 on Friday, October 9, at Venetian Arena in Dallas.

This was a preseason game.

The Rockets led 27-19 after the first quarter, the Rockets led 65-45 after halftime, and the Rockets led 135-117 after the fourth quarter.

Tari Eason led the Rockets with 20 points and 9 rebounds. Cooper Flagg led the Mavericks with 19 points.

Houston Rockets were favored by 3.5 points. Rockets covered. The total was 231.5, and the game went over.

The Mavericks are 0-1. This preseason they lost to the Houston Rockets 117-135 at home on October 9.

The Rockets are 1-0. This preseason they beat the Dallas Mavericks 135-117 in Dallas on October 9.

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