Mavericks hold late lead over Rockets in preseason broadcast

Dallas holds a 99-94 advantage during the in-progress exhibition.

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What happened: The Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets are currently playing a preseason matchup on NBA TV. Dallas holds a 99-94 advantage while the game is in progress.

Why it matters: The exhibition allows both rosters to finalize their rotations and evaluate talent like Amen Thompson ahead of the 2026-27 regular season.

By the numbers: Houston enters the contest with a 9-5 preseason record and an average of 117.6 points per game, while Dallas sits at 2-8 allowing 125.0 points per contest.

What to watch: The teams will complete the remaining minutes of the exhibition before continuing their respective schedules.

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@NBA 2026-10-11T12:16:06.223521+00:00

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