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Dallas' odd couple fueling Mavericks' revitalization

Monta Ellis (19.3 ppg) is Dirk Nowitzki's highest-scoring teammate since Michaley Finley in 2001-02.

Monta Ellis (19.3 ppg) is Dirk Nowitzki's highest-scoring teammate since Michaley Finley in 2001-02.

Can the Mavs come up with a third star as well as the necessary defensive-minded role players to enable Nowitzki and Ellis to take the next step? That question will be easier for them to resolve if they can finish what they've started and make the playoffs.