“It’s hard, but now is not the time”
The double-edged sword is swinging again. Avery Johnson wishes he could put it back in the sheath, but right now, he can’t. So he will continue using a short playing rotation because of injuries and ineffective … via Quick
On a night when Allen Iverson had his first 30-point, 10-assist game this season and Dirk Nowitzki matched his season high with 32 points, the historical footnote comes from the little black wire hardly visible … via The Washington Post
Dirk Nowitzki scored a season-high 36 points, leading the Dallas Mavericks to a 99-89 victory over the New York Knicks on Monday night Josh Howard, who scored a career-high 47 points Saturday in a victory over … via The Plain Dealer
“I catch myself watching him more than anything. He’s been phenomenal all year.”
DALLAS — Dirk Nowitzki was the last guy on the court Sunday morning before the Mavericks took off for a two-game trip to New York and Toronto.
Dallas assistant coach Joe Prunty was rebounding as Nowitzki worked on his 3-point shooting, his 15-footers and free throws. He showed no sign of leaving when trainer Casey Smith came out on a landing one floor above the practice floor and said: ‘Gym closes in two minutes.’
‘Says who?’ Nowitzki said.
‘Avery.’
‘Avery who?’
Much has been made over the years about Nowitzki’s needing to step forward as a leader. This season, he’s done that, but it has come in a style that is unique to his personality. Read more
The Dallas Mavericks conclude a two-game homestand, as they host the Utah Jazz tonight at American Airlines Center. via TheIndyChannel.com
“I stayed aggressive for four quarters”
Josh Howard scored a career-high 47 points, leading the Dallas Mavericks past the Utah Jazz, 125-117, despite a career- high 41 points from Deron Williams. via Tacoma News Tribune
‘The first quarter of the season has come and gone for most of the league’s teams. via MySanAntonio.com
“I think there needs to be a little bit of consistency in it, and not have them where they’re going all over the place”
As if facing defending NBA-champion San Antonio on Friday wasn’t enough, the Jazz now turn to another of the West Conference powers. via Deseret Morning News
“Everyone knows the bleak situation newspapers are facing. The Internet isn’t going anywhere. It’s only going to get bigger and better”
Seriously, have you checked out the Mavs’ official Dirk Nowitzki Web site ? Because for a second, it looks like he’s about to give you the finger. via Dallas Observer
“When we pass the ball, we usually play well”
Allen Iverson scored 35 points a night after putting up 51, and this time it was enough to lead the Denver Nuggets to victory, sending them past the Dallas Mavericks 122-109 Thursday night. via Quick
“I’m not in NCAA Division III anymore”
I wish there had been a camera on the Mavericks when they trudged into their locker room. via MySanAntonio.com
Josh Howard had 27 points, 10 rebounds and six assists Monday, propelling the Dallas Mavericks to a 103-98 win over the Chicago Bulls. via ArcaMax Publishing
“Everybody’s double-teaming him and he’s making them even better”
The next step in the evolution of Dirk Nowitzki - apart from that little detail of winning a championship - is taking place in San Antonio. via The Dallas Morning News
“No. Two lottery picks, 10 years apart, just when we needed them? OK, maybe there’s been some luck.”
Bruce Bowen is skinnier and older than nearly everyone he chases. He runs through picks, and he takes charges, and sometimes he’s been accused of trying to hurt others. via MySanAntonio.com
“Sometimes, they’re too small. But they’re really good. We don’t have big guys. But in a 6-2-and-under league, we’d be the best ever.”
There is little doubt the Dallas Mavericks are struggling on offense these days. via Quick
