Dallas Mavericks Defeat Houston Rockets in Game 2 of NBA China Games 2026

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Houston Rockets in Game 2 of the NBA China Games 2026, with Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg sharing the court for the first time.

Irving led Dallas with a team-high 17 points, adding three assists and two three-pointers in an impressive performance. Meanwhile, rookie Cooper Flagg contributed 14 points, seven assists and two steals as the Mavericks secured the victory.

The game attracted significant attention in Macao, with fans getting their first opportunity to watch Irving and Flagg play together. Their on-court partnership offered an early glimpse of the potential Dallas could develop as the two players build chemistry.

Flagg’s all-round contribution and Irving’s scoring ability were among the key talking points, as Dallas finished the second game of the NBA China Games 2026 with a win over Houston.

The result also provided an important opportunity for both teams to prepare for the upcoming NBA season while connecting with basketball fans in China.