Flaggs, Irving lead Mavericks past Heat 113-109 in Miami

Mavericks Edge Heat in Miami

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Miami Heat 113-109 on Monday night at Kaseya Center. The victory improved Dallas' record to 2-2, while Miami fell to 0-4 on the season. The game featured a high-scoring affair with both teams exchanging leads throughout the contest.

Attendance at the venue reached 19,611 fans who witnessed the back-and-forth action. The Mavericks, playing as the visiting team, managed to maintain a lead in the final minutes to secure the win.

Flagg and Antetokounmpo Duel

Cooper Flagg led the Mavericks with 29 points and 11 assists. He was supported by Kyrie Irving, who contributed significantly to the offense. On the other side, Giannis Antetokounmpo posted a triple-double for the Heat, recording 29 points, 14 rebounds, and 11 assists.

P.J. Washington added 9 rebounds for Dallas. The statistical battle between Flagg and Antetokounmpo defined the game, with both players delivering consistent performances across all four quarters.

The Heat relied heavily on Antetokounmpo's scoring and playmaking to keep the game close.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

The Heat led 27-23 after the first quarter. Miami extended their lead in the second quarter, scoring 25 points to Dallas' 30, though the Mavericks closed the half at 53-52 in Miami's favor. The third quarter saw Miami pull ahead again, outscoring Dallas 32-30 to lead 84-76 entering the final period.

The fourth quarter was tight, with both teams scoring 25 and 30 points respectively. The Mavericks held off late Heat pressure to take the final four-point victory. The quarter scores reflect a competitive game where no single team dominated the entire night.

Sources

ESPN