1989 First Round Series vs Utah Jazz
Correcting the record on the 1988 playoff series.
The Dallas Mavericks faced the Utah Jazz in the first round of the 1988 NBA playoffs. The series was won by Utah 3-1.
Quick Facts
- Series result
- Utah won 3-1
- Historic significance
- Franchise's first playoff appearance (lost in first round)
Lore & Background
After losing Game 1, Dallas won Game 2 at home, then lost Games 3 and 4 in Utah.
Reader's Guide
Rolando Blackman was named to the All-NBA Second Team in the 1986-87 season, not the 1987-88 season.
Did You Know?
- The Mavericks made their first playoff appearance in 1984.
- Mark Aguirre was the team's first NBA All-Star in 1984.
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