This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/mavericks/onsi as Dallas Mavericks meet Philadelphia 76ers for reminder of last year's disaster.

Anthony Davis played a key role for the Dallas Mavericks in Thursday’s crucial win over the Detroit Pistons. The contest needed an extra period to determine a winner, and it was the Mavs who prevailed, 116-114.

The Sixers close another back-to-back on Saturday night, hosting No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg and the Dallas Mavericks.

Naji Marshall gave the Mavericks the lead again with a transition layup, then Anthony Davis tapped in a missed shot from Cooper Flagg (really should've been offensive basket interference) to make it a three-point lead again, and a 9-2 run for the Mavs.

Cade Cunningham and the red-hot Pistons bring their four-game win streak to Dallas where Cooper Flagg is coming off a career-high 42-point performance. Here's how to watch for free.

The Dallas Mavericks have had one of their most tumultuous calendar years in franchise history, but they appear intent on closing out 2025 on a high note.

It was a one-game trip away from home for the Dallas Mavericks, but now they're back at home to face the Detroit Pistons, who sit in first place in the Eastern Conference. This will be another tough test for a Mavs team that has been able to find some success recently.

The Dallas Mavericks hosted the Detroit Pistons on Thursday. The pregame pleasantries were nice, but the tone shifted after. The Mavericks defeated the Pistons 116-114 at the American Airlines Center.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Dallas Mavericks vs. Detroit Pistons NBA game from December 18, 2025 on ESPN.