The Denver Nuggets have been one of the NBA's best teams this season, but have now lost two of their last three games, most recently falling to the Dallas Maver

A poised, career night from rookie Cooper Flagg helped Dallas survive Nikola Jokic’s late rally and edge Denver by one point in a dramatic showdown.

Several teams have checked in on Mavericks star Anthony Davis, but they are doing so with a clear hope that the price comes down. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, the Hawks, Raptors, and Bulls have all made inquiries with Dallas about Davis.

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The Dallas Mavericks have downgraded Klay Thompson (left knee soreness) to doubtful for Tuesday’s game against Denver. PJ Washington (right midfoot soreness) and Brandon Williams (right ankle sprain) are questionable, and Max Christie (illness) is doubtful.

The Dallas Mavericks upset the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday (12/23) behind a sensational performance from rookie Cooper Flagg, who thoroughly impressed three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokić.

WHEN: 7:00 p.m. CST Of course the Dallas Mavericks injury report is awful. It’s easier to go person by person alphabetically. Max Christie is doubtful; it would appear that the illness which has worked its way through the roster is onto him now.

Cooper Flagg scored 33 points as the Mavericks edged the Nuggets 131-130, snapping a losing streak and handing Denver a rare road loss.

The Dallas Mavericks take on the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday night in New Orleans, and you can watch the action on KFAA.

The Mavericks' front office is expected to field offers on Anthony Davis and other veteran players in the coming weeks.

Jason Kidd gets honest about trusting Ryan Nembhard in his new role as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Denver Nuggets.