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Mavericks Extend Winning Streak, Defeat Heat 118-108

12/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Miami Heat 118-108 to extend their first three-game winning streak of the season.
Cooper Flagg of the Dallas Mavericks led with 22 points.
Undrafted rookie Ryan Nembhard of the Dallas Mavericks posted 15 points and a season-high 13 assists.
Klay Thompson scored 17 points.
The Heat were missing leading scorer Norman Powell, and Tyler Herro failed to score in the second half.

History

Historical Context

The 1976 NBA Championship culminated a season marked by the Boston Celtics' quest for redemption after losing in the 1975 playoffs. They defeated the Phoenix Suns 4-2, securing their 13th title. This series featured a historic triple-overtime Game 5, often hailed as one of the greatest games in NBA history, showcasing the league's competitive spirit and setting the stage for future rivalries.

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Story summary

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Miami Heat 118-108 to extend their first three-game winning streak of the season.
Cooper Flagg of the Dallas Mavericks led with 22 points.
Undrafted rookie Ryan Nembhard of the Dallas Mavericks posted 15 points and a season-high 13 assists.
Klay Thompson scored 17 points.
The Heat were missing leading scorer Norman Powell, and Tyler Herro failed to score in the second half.

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