--As many times as the Mavericks beat Miami, and it's been 11 straight now in the regular season, it won't ever erase the events of June 2006.
Not only do the Mavericks have the second-best record in the Western Conference, they also lead in road wins with nine.
Nothing was working for Dirk Nowitzki in the first half.
Dallas Mavericks forward Josh Howard is inactive for Saturday night's game against the Charlotte Bobcats.