Dirk Nowitzki recorded his first double-double of the season and had a season-high 30 points as the Dallas Mavericks came up short against the LA Lakers 103-99. Elton Brand and Vince Carter combined for 29 points for the Mavs.<br /><br />Lakers guard Kobe Bryant became the fifth player in NBA history to surpass the 31,000-point mark as he poured in 38 points in the Laker victory.
