The Dallas Mavericks could point to the best defensive quarter in the team's 36-year history for ending a three-game losing streak. The Mavericks outscored the Denver Nuggets 25-5 in the third period -- beginning with a 16-0 run that lasted almost nine minutes -- and won 92-81 on Saturday night. Read more http://espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=400828128