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- Dallas' 135-131 win in Oklahoma City might have been the most exciting game all season for the Mavericks. Here are some takeaways from being in the arena. (And a bonus: here's what Grantland's Jason Gallagher saw.)
- Monta Ellis returned after missing a game, breaking his incredible streak of 237 consecutive games played.
- While Ellis is clearly a significant part of this team, is Tyson Chandler the most important player?
- Dallas went on to lose Thursday against the Rockets, but here's why they're probably OK with that.
- Building a team is tough, but giving them time to come together is tougher. These Mavericks might not get that chance.