The Charlotte Hornets dominated the Dallas Mavericks, securing their fifth consecutive victory and a .500 record. Brandon Miller led the charge with 17 points, while LaMelo Ball contributed 15 points and nine assists. The Hornets' bench was a key factor, knocking down 12 of 21 three-pointers. Grant Williams, Josh Green, Sion James, and Pat Connaughton each made multiple three-pointers. Despite a season-high 31 fouls, the Hornets' strong performance and strategic free-throw shooting secured their win. The Mavericks struggled offensively, making only 11 field goals in the second half and just 3 of 22 shots from beyond the arc. The game's outcome was influenced by the absence of Cooper Flagg due to a midfoot strain and Kon Knueppel's poor performance, highlighting the Hornets' resilience and the Mavericks' challenges. The Hornets' next game is at Boston, while the Mavericks travel to Orlando.
