DALLAS -- It was the most compelling news conference of Rick Carlisle's three seasons in Dallas. Everyone was mesmerized by this new Carlisle who was bubbly, spontaneous and made comical faces.
Yes, Abby Carlisle, 6, was something of a sensation last Nov. 23, grinning by her father's side after a Mavericks victory. Grouchy beat writers didn't even mind that Abby's performance infringed on their deadline.
