Miami Heat Defeat Mavericks; Cavaliers, Celtics Win

In a thrilling NBA matchup, the Miami Heat defeated the Dallas Mavericks 123-118 in overtime, led by Jimmy Butler's standout performance, scoring a season-high 33 points along with nine rebounds and six assists. Butler's aggressive play, inspired by coach Erik Spoelstra, was pivotal, especially his game-tying dunk in the final seconds of regulation. The Mavericks, missing Luka Doncic due to injury, saw Kyrie Irving lead with 27 points, but their effort fell short in overtime after missing several critical shots. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavaliers maintained their league-best record with a 122-108 victory over the Toronto Raptors, propelled by Donovan Mitchell and Ty Jerome's impressive 26-point performances. The Boston Celtics continued their strong season with a narrow win over the Timberwolves, driven by Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum's offensive contributions. These games highlight the competitive nature of the current NBA season, with teams like the Cavaliers and Celtics showing dominance in their conferences.