Kyrie Irving’s 35 Points Lift Dallas Past Houston 116-111

Game Result

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Houston Rockets 116-111 at American Airlines Center on Friday, October 30, 2026. The victory improved Dallas’s record to 4-2, while the Rockets fell to 5-1.

Scoring Breakdown

Dallas established an early advantage, taking a 27-20 lead after the first quarter. Houston responded with a strong second period, outscoring the Mavericks 31-17 in the frame to take a 51-44 lead into halftime.

The third quarter remained competitive, with Dallas winning the period 32-33, keeping the Rockets ahead by a single point at 68-67. However, the fourth quarter proved decisive for the home team. Dallas outscored Houston 40-27 in the final period to secure the five-point victory.

Key Performers

Kyrie Irving led all scorers with 35 points and added nine assists for Dallas. Cooper Flagg was also instrumental, contributing significantly throughout the game. P.J. Washington grabbed a team-high 10 rebounds for the Mavericks.

For Houston, Kevin Durant scored 28 points. Fred VanVleet provided six assists, while Tari Eason dominated the glass with 13 rebounds.

Final Notes

The game drew an attendance of 18,832 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.

Sources

ESPN