Suns vs Mavericks

The Phoenix Suns bounced back from a disappointing loss to the Los Angeles Lakers by defeating the Dallas Mavericks 114-102 in their home opener. Kevin Durant led the Suns with 31 points, while Luka Doncic scored 40 points for Dallas but struggled to maintain his first-half momentum. Despite missing key players Bradley Beal and Grayson Allen, the Suns showcased depth with rookie Ryan Dunn contributing 13 points in his starting debut. Phoenix maintained control throughout the game, extending their lead significantly in the fourth quarter. The Mavericks struggled offensively, shooting just 39.8% from the field and receiving limited bench support. This victory brings the Suns to a 2-1 record for the season as they prepare for a rematch against the Lakers.