Mavericks top Jazz 110-102 as Kyrie scores 23 in Dallas
- Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 23 points in their victory over the Jazz.
- Taylor Hendricks of the Jazz suffered a serious injury during the game.
- The Mavericks improved to 2-1, while the Jazz fell to 0-3 for the first time since 2015.
On Monday night, October 28, 2024, the Dallas Mavericks faced off against the Utah Jazz in an NBA game in Dallas. Kyrie Irving scored 23 points, while Klay Thompson added 18, leading the Mavericks to a 110-102 victory. The Jazz's struggles were evident, with Collin Sexton also scoring 23 points; however, the team remains winless, marking their first 0-3 start since the 2015-16 season. A significant incident during the game was the injury to Jazz forward Taylor Hendricks, who suffered a broken leg when he fell without contact, resulting in a fractured right fibula and a dislocated ankle. This injury marred the contest, impacting the Jazz's performance further. Despite Luka Doncic having an off shooting night with just 15 points and missing eight three-point attempts, his team managed to secure the win thanks to timely baskets from Irving and Thompson. Dallas's victory improved their record to two wins in three games. The game highlighted the Mavericks' reliance on their star players, particularly Irving, who managed to shoot well from long range when others struggled. Both teams are looking to bounce back from their early-season challenges, with the Mavericks and Jazz set to compete again on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves and Sacramento Kings, respectively.