Dirk Nowitzki scored 14 points in what might have been his final appearance at Madison Square Garden, Luka Doncic warmed up after an air ball on his first shot in the arena to score 16, and the Dallas Mavericks routed the New York Knicks 114-90 on Wednesday.
Dennis Smith Jr. had his second career triple-double, and Harrison Barnes led the Mavs with 19 points, but most of the focus was on the team's star rookie and 21-year veteran, who might be in his final season.
"I always enjoyed playing here," Nowitzki said. "If it was my last time it was definitely one of my most favorite places to play."
Boston 126, Charlotte 94: Jaylen Brown had 24 points and 10 rebounds, Jayson Tatum scored 20 points, and the Celtics rolled over the Hornets at home in Kyrie Irving's absence.
Chicago 105, Miami 89: Bobby Portis scored 22 of his 26 points in the second half, Wayne Selden added 20 and the Bulls ran away in the second half to beat the Heat.
Denver 105, New Orleans 99: Nikola Jokic had 20 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists for his eighth triple-double of the season and the visiting Nuggets beat the Pelicans.
Washington 107, Indiana 89: Bradley Beal scored 25 points, Jeff Green added 23 from the Wizards' bench, as they beat the reeling Pacers at home.
