Devin Booker led the Phoenix Suns to a 132-109 victory over the Dallas Mavericks with an impressive 46-point performance, including 22 points in a decisive third quarter.
The game was marked by a heated atmosphere, with taunts and trаsh talk, reminiscent of their intense playoff history two years ago. Despite new faces on both teams, the rivalry remained intense.Kevin Durant contributed 12 points and 10 rebounds as the Suns extended their winning streak to seven games. The Mavericks, missing Kyrie Irving, struggled and have now lost four of their last five games. Luka Doncic played exceptionally well with 34 points, but the Suns countered with strong performances from Bradley Beal and Grayson Allen.The game featured numerous technical fouls, including a triple-technical and the ejection of Grant Williams. Despite the physicality, the Suns maintained composure, avoiding being rattled. Doncic also played a role in ejecting a fan for inappropriate comments.In the end, Booker’s dominant third quarter and the Suns’ resilience secured the convincing victory.