Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Phoenix SunsSuns
118
away
Dallas MavericksMavs
104
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 29 | 28 | 31 | 30 | 118 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 21 | 30 | 25 | 28 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Suns outlasted the Mavericks 118-104. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Suns carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Mavericks' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. The Suns rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.