Recap ·
October 4, 2026
Mavericks storm back to beat Pelicans 108-99
P.J. Washington had 11 points and 9 rebounds as the Mavericks improved to 2-3.
The Mavericks came back from 18 points down to beat the Pelicans 108-99, behind 11 points and 9 rebounds from P.J. Washington.
The Mavericks took control in the third quarter, outscoring the Pelicans 31-20.
Kyrie Irving added 22 points and 12 assists for the Mavericks. Byron Freeman led the Pelicans with 27 points, 6 assists and 4 steals.
Dereck Lively II left with a sprained wrist and is expected to miss three games.
The Mavericks are 2-3; the Pelicans fall to 1-4.