Raul Fernandez once again stellar between the posts. This 2013 team looks to have alot of moxie than teams in years past. More importantly through the first five matches of 2013, FC Dallas is off to the best start in franchise history this season. FCD went 4-1-0 in the month of March and is tied for the league lead with 12 points earned.
Forget about the success of the many players who time and time again came off the bench and provided some staggering numbers like a Vince Carter or Jae Crowder or Darren Collison.
For the Astros it's an uphill climb with underdog rooters cheering until success clouds the fun. Happy to be on board. Happier to be in Houston in person for Opening Day. With Lyle Lovett and Houston Texans JJ Watt handling the anthem and first pitch duties.
As Dallas improves to (35-36) it should also be noted that a little history was made. On a baseline jumper with 8:52 left in the first quarter, Nowitzki passed Patrick Ewing (24,815) for 17th place on the NBA's all-time scoring list. Next on the list is Jerry West (25,192). ... Nowitzki was 12-for-21 and also passed Elgin Baylor (8,693) for 20th place in field goals made. Congrats to Dirk for that!
The month of March has treated them well. Winners of 9 of 12. Tied for 9th place in the West and within striking distance of the Los Angeles Lakers for the final spot. A win this night for the Mavericks ensures a .500 homestand at worst. Maybe 4-2 or 5-1 if the strength of the Dallas bench comes into play. And who better than the team of Vince Carter and Darren Collison?
Sunday, March 31, 2013 at 7:55AM