In an impressive display of teamwork, the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 118-97 on Tuesday night, despite the absence of their stars Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving. The victory allowed the Mavericks to snap a five-game losing streak, showcasing the depth of their roster as they delivered a solid performance against a struggling Lakers team.

P.J. Washington emerged as a key player for the Mavericks, contributing significantly with 22 points and eight rebounds. Spencer Dinwiddie also made a notable impact against his former team, scoring 19 points. Additionally, Quentin Grimes added a productive 23 points off the bench, helping to secure the win for Dallas. On the other side, Lakers star Anthony Davis led his team with 21 points and 12 rebounds, while LeBron James nearly recorded a triple-double, finishing with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists.

The loss was particularly frustrating for the Lakers, who allowed the Mavericks to dominate despite their opponents missing key players. Following the game, Lakers fans expressed their disappointment on social media, pointing out the team's struggles against a Mavericks squad lacking Dončić and Irving. With this defeat, Los Angeles fell to a 20-16 record and has now lost consecutive games, raising concerns about their performance moving forward. Meanwhile, the Mavericks are hopeful of maintaining their momentum until their stars return.