Miami Heat Hold off a Late Surge to Defeat Dallas Mavericks 123-118

The Miami Heat secured a thrilling 123-118 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on November 24, 2024, at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The Heat’s offense was on fire, with six players scoring in double figures.

The game got off to a strong start for the Heat, who took a 33-28 lead in the first quarter. The Mavericks fought back in the second quarter, but the Heat maintained their lead, going into halftime up 56-51.

The third quarter saw the Heat extend their lead, outscoring the Mavericks 33-33 to take a 89-84 advantage into the final quarter. The Mavericks made a late push, but the Heat held on to secure the 123-118 win.

The Heat’s Jimmy Butler led the team with 23 points, while Tyler Herro added 22 points. Bam Adebayo chipped in with 20 points, and Duncan Robinson scored 17 points off the bench.

The Mavericks were led by Kyrie Irving’s 31 points, while Klay Thompson added 25 points. P.J. Washington scored 20 points, and Quentin Grimes chipped in with 17 points.

The win improves the Heat’s record to 7-7, while the Mavericks fall to 9-7. The two teams will meet again on February 13, 2025, in Dallas.

Overall, the Heat’s balanced offense and strong team defense proved to be too much for the Mavericks to handle. The win marks a significant victory for the Heat, who are looking to build momentum in the highly competitive Eastern Conference.