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Gafford Shines in Return, Mavericks Fall to Nets

4/1/2025

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Daniel Gafford made a triumphant return to the Dallas Mavericks after a 21-game absence due to a knee sprain, dazzling fans with 17 points and 7 rebounds in just 19 minutes. However, his efforts weren't enough to secure a win, as the Mavericks fell to the Brooklyn Nets 113-109, leaving them clinging to ninth place in the competitive Western Conference playoff race.

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Daniel Gafford made a triumphant return to the Dallas Mavericks after a 21-game absence due to a knee sprain, dazzling fans with 17 points and 7 rebounds in just 19 minutes. However, his efforts weren't enough to secure a win, as the Mavericks fell to the Brooklyn Nets 113-109, leaving them clinging to ninth place in the competitive Western Conference playoff race.