Mavericks Vs. Blazers, Game 1: Dirk Nowitzki Leads Dallas To An 89-81 Win

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So that’s where the battle lines are drawn, even if the power forwards don’t end up guarding each other: Dirk the sure thing vs. LaMarcus the rising force. If Portland controls the other roster skirmishes, Nowitzki will need to pull out another great performance. History says he has it in him. Tune in at 9:30 p.m. ET to find out if he does.

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