2015 NBA playoff scores: Rockets show Mavericks' flaws in Game 1 win and 3 …

The Pelicans and Nets both picked up wins on the final day of the regular season to help nab the last playoff spots.

The Pelicans and Nets both picked up wins on the final day of the regular season to help nab the last playoff spots.

Tim Duncan saved the day yet again for the Spurs to beat the Rockets in a thriller, plus three other things we learned Friday.

HOUSTON — In theory, the Dallas Mavericks didn't do that many things wrong. They drew early fouls on Dwight Howard, holding him to 17 minutes. They actually outrebounded the Rockets 49-45, a rarity this season. James Harden only took 11 shots.

Houston took a 1-0 lead in the series but exploiting Dallas in their weakest areas, even while the Rocket stars failed to perform at the level they're accustom to.