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NBA Notes: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Wizards, AJ Dybantsa, Nets

Mavericks Kyrie Irving had been working his way back into form. Friday looked a lot more like the version the Mavericks were waiting for. Irving scored 16 of his 35 points in the fourth quarter and added nine assists as…

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 7:41 AM
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Wizards, AJ Dybantsa, Nets
Key Things to Know
  • NBA notes highlight key performances across the Mavericks, Wizards, and Nets from Friday's slate of games.
  • Kyrie Irving scored 35 points and added nine assists as Dallas defeated Houston 116-111.
  • Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa tallied 17 points and eight rebounds in Washington's 95-79 win over Charlotte.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Kyrie Irving scored 35 points, including 16 in the fourth quarter, to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 116-111 victory over the Houston Rockets. Elsewhere in the league, Washington Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa posted 17 points and eight rebounds in a 95-79 win against the Charlotte Hornets, helping spark Washington's transition offense.

The Brooklyn Nets fell to 0-5 following a 110-94 defeat to the Detroit Pistons, despite Moe Wagner contributing 16 points and eight rebounds off the bench. Meanwhile, Dallas faces playmaking depth challenges with Sergio De Larrea sidelined by a knee sprain.

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