Dallas Mavericks Struggle with Key Injuries in Mexico City, Houston Losses

The Dallas Mavericks faced setbacks in their recent games, struggling without key players such as Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II, Kyrie Irving, and Dante Exum. In a narrow loss to the Houston Rockets, P.J. Washington was a standout, scoring 29 points and grabbing 12 rebounds despite the team's overall rebounding and free-throw deficits. Meanwhile, the Mavericks also fell 122-110 to the Detroit Pistons in Mexico City, where they led for much of the game before a decisive fourth-quarter collapse. Coach Jason Kidd attributed this loss to turnovers and missed shots in the fourth quarter, highlighting the defensive struggles in the paint and the impact of playing at high altitude. Despite these challenges, Kidd praised D'Angelo Russell's leadership and emphasized the value of the international experience and fan support. The Mavericks continue to seek cohesion and strength as they contend with injuries and develop younger talent on the roster.