Steve Nash returned to Dallas for the first time on Tuesday night, as the Suns beat the Mavericks 107-101.

Nash was stellar as he scored 17 points and had 18 assists.

"I can't think of a more emotional game that I've had than this one," Nash said. "I didn't have any tears, but I was definitely nervous. I think it's just natural. There were so many memories here."

Dirk Nowitzki, who went to dinner with good buddy Nash the night before, finished with 20 points and 16 rebounds.

"I'm used to playing with him, but we've got to move on and put it behind us," Nowitzki said. "I guess we've got to get used to him in a purple and orange uniform."