Despite 3rd quarter run, Bucks fall to Mavericks

MILWAUKEE (WITI)--  The Dallas Mavericks stole one from the Bucks Saturday night at the BMO Harris Bradley Center, despite the Bucks' huge come from behind effort.

Milwaukee went on a 16-2 run in the 3rd quarter coming within 3 points of Dallas. They also out scored them 24-13 in the 3rd.

The Bucks got close again in the 4th when O.J. Mayo drained a huge 3 then made a layup moments later making it 83-81 Dallas.  This is the 2nd game in a row Mayo finished with 28 points.

But former Buck, Monta Ellis and the Mavericks were too much for Milwaukee to handle and they fall 91-83.

Caron Butler also added a solid effort with 19 points.

The Bucks head to South Beach to play Lebron James the Heat on Tuesday, Nov. 12th.