CURSD Match Report: Dallas Mavericks π Unlucky (-18) | Houston Rockets π Lucky (+18)
Dallas Mavericks 117 - 135 Houston Rockets. Dallas Mavericks shot 56% eFG, Houston Rockets shot 65% eFG. The data says Dallas Mavericks deserved better in this game.
The Data
| Stat | Dallas Mavericks | Houston Rockets |
|---|---|---|
| Final | 117 | 135 |
| FG | 44-94 (47%) | 47-86 (55%) |
| 3PT | 18-51 (35%) | 18-36 (50%) |
| FT | 11-17 (65%) | 23-32 (72%) |
| eFG% | 56.4% | 65.1% |
| Rebounds (off) | 38 (14) | 43 (16) |
| Assists | 34 | 36 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 21 |
| Steals | 12 | 11 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Fouls | 25 | 22 |
Key Signals
- Dallas Mavericks won the efficiency battle (56% vs 65% eFG) but lost - Houston Rockets scorched from three: 18/36 (50%, +14 vs league avg) - Houston Rockets took 15 more free throws (17-32 FTA)
Verdict
CURSD Match Score: Dallas Mavericks -18 (Unlucky) | Houston Rockets +18 (Lucky)
Dallas Mavericks were on the wrong side of the variance, but it wasn't egregious.

