Naji Marshall leads Mavericks past Nets 120-101 in Anthony Davis' return

Naji Marshall scored 22 points off the bench, leading the Dallas Mavericks to a 120-101 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night. This performance came as Anthony Davis returned to the lineup after a six-week absence, contributing 12 points in 27 minutes. The Mavericks are in a tight race for the final Western Conference play-in spot, and coach Jason Kidd emphasized the importance of winning to boost their chances. Marshall's consistent scoring has made him a key player for Dallas, averaging 22.7 points and 8.7 rebounds over his last nine games. The Nets, on a four-game losing streak, struggled with their shooting, making only 11 of 33 three-point attempts. Dallas is set to face the Knicks next, while Brooklyn will host Toronto.