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Mavericks Fall 122-118 Against Miami - Game Recap
Dallas was scorched by Jimmy Butler for 27 points as the Heat defeated the Mavericks 122-118 in NBA action on Saturday.
Bettors who backed the Heat were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +8.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 216.5.
Miami got 19 points from Tyler Herro and another 18 points from Bam Adebayo. Bam Adebayo contributed 10 assists, while Bam Adebayo cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Dallas got 28 points from Tim Hardaway Jr. in a losing cause and another 22 points from Kristaps Porzingis. Jalen Brunson contributed 8 assists for the Mavericks, while Kristaps Porzingis had 14 rebounds.
Miami led at halftime, 73-50.
Miami won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 49-48.
Miami heads into a battle against the Grizzlies. Dallas, meanwhile, will have their next action against Milwaukee.