Article Photos: Brand helps Mavericks hold off Rockets 105-100

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) looks to pass as Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, in Dallas. (AP Photo/John F. Rhodes)

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) looks to pass as Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, in Dallas. (AP Photo/John F. Rhodes)