Mavs Win Pre-Season Opener Against Wizards

The Mavericks started their season winning against the Wizards 108-82. Both Nowitzki and Bass had 17 points with Howard contributing 15 points.

The Dallas starters were Nowitzki, Howard, Kidd, Wright and Dampier. It wasn't highlighted but Diop only played 17 minutes and had 4 points, 7 rebounds and 3 blocks. I'm still not sure why this kid is not starting in place of Dampier. Dampier put up similar numbers, only playing 17 minutes himself but doesn't seem to cut it at times. I honestly feel Dampier should be Diop's backup.

Jamison injured his right knee in the first quarter and never returned.

Of course the Wizards are injury prone right now, this is a good sign for the Mavericks as they did not do so well against the Wizards last season.

Dallas shot 52 percent from the field.

This was each teams pre-season opener. Howard was welcomed with mostly warm greetings and cheers, with the occasional boos from the crowd.

Mavericks next game is against the Chicago Bulls this Thursday, October 9th.