The Dallas Mavericks edged out the Denver Nuggets in a close game at the American Airlines Center. The game took place on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. The Mavericks won with a score of 131–130.

Cooper Flagg led the Mavericks with 33 points, 9 rebounds, and 9 assists. Anthony Davis also made an impact with 31 points and 9 rebounds. For the Nuggets, Jamal Murray scored 31 points and Nikola Jokić added 29 points and 14 assists.

The Dallas Mavericks started strong in the first quarter, scoring 41 points compared to the Denver Nuggets’ 27. The Mavericks’ fast start gave them an early lead. In the second quarter, the Nuggets scored 29 points while the Mavericks put up 25, which slightly narrowed the gap.

The third quarter saw the Nuggets scoring 47 points, overtaking the Mavericks who scored 37. However, the Mavericks held on in the final quarter, scoring 28 points to the Nuggets’ 27, securing a 131-130 win. Both teams shot over 57% from the field, making it an offensive game.

In the game, Nikola Jokić stood out for the Denver Nuggets. He scored 29 points, grabbed 7 rebounds, and dished out 14 assists. His shooting was strong, making 12 of his 22 shots. Jamal Murray also had a big game with 31 points and matched Jokić with 14 assists. Murray added 7 rebounds to his impressive performance.

Bruce Brown contributed for the Nuggets with 13 points. He also collected 7 rebounds and provided 3 assists. Brown was efficient, making 6 of his 7 shots. These players kept Denver competitive in the game.

For the Dallas Mavericks, Cooper Flagg was a key player. He scored 33 points and was close to a triple-double with 9 rebounds and 9 assists. Anthony Davis added 31 points and 9 rebounds. His strong inside play helped Dallas secure the win.

What’s Next

The Dallas Mavericks’ win over the Denver Nuggets brings their record to 12-19. They remain in the 11th spot in the Western Conference. This victory is important as they try to move up in the standings.

For the Denver Nuggets, the loss puts their record at 21-8. They hold the 3rd position in the Western Conference. They aim to maintain their strong position in the top tier of the standings.

The Denver Nuggets will play their next game at home against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This game is on Thursday, December 25. They will then travel to face the Orlando Magic on Saturday, December 27.

The Dallas Mavericks have an upcoming game on the road against the Golden State Warriors. This game is scheduled for Thursday, December 25. Following that, they will play the Sacramento Kings away on Saturday, December 27.

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