Miami Heat Defeat Mavericks 123-118 in Overtime

The Miami Heat defeated the Dallas Mavericks 123-118 in an overtime thriller at the Kaseya Center, marking a significant victory for Miami, now at .500 with a 7-7 record. Jimmy Butler was the standout performer for the Heat, scoring 33 points, including a crucial game-tying dunk in the final seconds of regulation. Despite leading earlier, the Mavericks struggled in the overtime period, missing eight of ten shots, including all six three-pointers. Kyrie Irving led Dallas with 27 points but had an off night shooting, particularly from beyond the arc. Luka Doncic's absence due to a wrist injury was felt, as the Mavericks' bench underperformed significantly, contributing to the team's downfall. This loss snapped the Mavericks' four-game winning streak, leaving them with a 9-8 record as they prepare for upcoming games against Atlanta and New York.