CJ McCollum would much rather have written this chapter of the New Orleans Pelicans' record book in a victory.

Boston's backcourt starters combined for 40 points on 13-for-28 shooting and nine 3-pointers in a quality win over the Mavericks

Jrue Holiday catches up with Abby Chin in an exclusive 1-on-1 interview following the Boston Celtics' 122-107 win over the Dallas Mavericks.EXCLUSIVE: Holiday talks dominant win over Mavs in Finals re

In his NBA career, Holiday has captured two NBA championships, with his most recent title coming with the Boston Celtics in 2024, beating the Dallas Mavericks four games to one.

The Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics met in Dallas on Saturday for their first matchup since last season's NBA Finals. Dallas was missing many key pieces, including starters Luka Doncic and Dereck Lively II, while Boston was wrapping up a four-game road trip.

CJ McCollum swished a three-pointer from the left sideline to become New Orleans’ all-time career leader in made treys, with 629, surpassing Jrue Holiday.

Jrue holiday received a big injury update for the Celtics' game on Wednesday night against the Clippers on the road.

The Dallas Mavericks held off the New Orleans Pelicans 136-135 at Smoothie King Center on Wednesday night. New Orleans led 63-57 at halftime but was outscored 40-30 in the third quarter, and the Mavericks opened up a double-digit lead in the fourth quarter before holding on for the victory.

CJ McCollum moved to 1st in 3PM in Pelican’s franchise history with a buzzer beater 3 to end the game, passing Jrue Holiday with 629 3 pointers. Top Performers – Dallas Kyrie Irving – 25 points, 9 rebounds,

The Celtics concluded their Western Conference road trip with a resounding victory over the Dallas Mavericks, 122-107.

P.J. Washington scored 25 points, making all four of his 3-point attempts in the fourth quarter, and Kyrie Irving added 25 points and six assists.

The Celtics had split their previous 12 games before an easy 122-100 home victory against the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. Porzingis continued his torrid January by tying a career high with eight 3-pointers made, on 14 attempts, and scored a season-high 34 points.