Kevin Durant's impressive performance, scoring 26 points and crucial baskets, helped the Phoenix Suns secure a narrow 114-113 victory over the Dallas Mavericks, marking their seventh straight win in clutch games this season. Meanwhile, Nikola Jokic's triple-double led the Denver Nuggets to a 135-122 win over the Miami Heat, marking their sixth win in seven games and showcasing Jokic's dominance with his NBA-best fifth triple-double of the season. Despite injuries, the Nuggets maintain strong form, while the Heat struggle, losing key player Jimmy Butler to an ankle injury during their road trip. As the Nuggets prepare to face the Mavericks, they carry a four-game winning streak, aiming to extend their success in the Western Conference standings.