Mavericks Beat Jazz 110-102; Hendricks Injured

The Dallas Mavericks secured a 110-102 victory over the Utah Jazz, improving their season record to 2-1. Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 23 points, while Luka Doncic contributed 15 points despite a challenging shooting night (5-of-22). The game was overshadowed by a serious injury to Jazz forward Taylor Hendricks, who suffered a broken leg and dislocated ankle, leading to his being stretchered off the court. Collin Sexton was the top scorer for the Jazz with 23 points, but the team struggled overall, shooting only 37% from the field. Mavericks' depth was showcased as multiple players scored in double figures, including Klay Thompson (18 points) and Dereck Lively II (14 points). The loss marked the Jazz's third consecutive defeat, a first since the 2015-16 season.