: The Suns shot 46% from the field compared to Dallas' 42%. Despite trailing by as many as 18 points, Dallas used an 18–1 run to briefly lead in the fourth quarter before Phoenix responded with a decisive 9–0 run. Team Standings & Outlook
: Devin Booker led all scorers with 37 points and 9 assists. Dillon Brooks added 28 points, while rookie center Khaman Maluach recorded a season-high 14 rebounds and 3 blocks in his first start. NBA Dallas Mavericks Vs Phoenix Suns
The Mavericks concluded a difficult season following the departure of Luka Doncic, finishing with a 26–56 record (12th in the West). Despite the team's struggles, Cooper Flagg made history by becoming the first rookie since Michael Jordan to lead his team in total points, rebounds, assists, and steals. : The Suns shot 46% from the field compared to Dallas' 42%
The Suns finished the regular season 45–37, securing the 8th seed and a spot in the Western Conference play-in tournament. However, their postseason started on a rough note with a 119–84 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the first round on April 19, 2026. Mavericks vs Suns Predictions, Picks, Odds Tonight 4/8 Dillon Brooks added 28 points, while rookie center