Dirk's 40 help Mavs clinch Southwest (AP)

[ASFN Admin]

The Dallas Mavericks had plenty on the line in their trip to Portland. A victory would mean the Southwest Division crown. It would prevent the Blazers from sweeping the season series. And it would be another step toward the second seed in the Western Conference. That was enough motivation for Dirk Nowitzki, who had 40 points and 10 rebounds in the Mavericks' 83-77 victory over the Trail Blazers...

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