Jusuf Nurkic Secures Last-Minute Win for the Phoenix Suns
- Jusuf Nurkic scored 15 points and recorded 10 rebounds in the match.
- Kevin Durant of the Suns led the scoring with 26 points, while Luka Doncic led the Mavericks with 30 points.
- The Suns improved their record to 8-1, marking their best start since the 2009-10 season.
On Friday night, November 8, 2024, in Dallas, the Phoenix Suns narrowly defeated the Dallas Mavericks with a score of 114-113. The game was intense, with Kevin Durant leading the Suns with 26 points while Jusuf Nurkic contributed a double-double, scoring 15 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. The closing moments saw Nurkic being fouled on an offensive rebound, allowing him to sink a crucial free throw with just 0.8 seconds remaining, sealing the victory. The game showcased both teams' grit, highlighted by a strong performance from Luka Doncic of the Mavericks, who tallied 30 points, alongside Daniel Gafford and Kyrie Irving, who also made significant contributions. The Suns managed to overcome a late surge from the Mavericks, who tied the game at 113 with an alley-oop dunk from Doncic. Nurkic's performance in the fourth quarter was pivotal, especially as he controlled the boards with three offensive rebounds, crucial in a tight matchup. Phoenix's bench outscored Dallas’s bench significantly, with Royce O’Neale's impressive performance contributing 18 points. The victory marked the Suns' impressive start to the season, as they improved their record to 8-1, their best record since the 2009-10 season. Looking ahead, the Suns are set to face the Sacramento Kings while the Mavericks will take on the Denver Nuggets, both on Sunday. This victory not only highlights the Suns’ potential but also underscores the intensity of competition in the Western Conference.