Kevin Durant Shines as Suns Overcome Heat in Dramatic Win
- The Suns rallied from a 15-point deficit to emerge victorious against the Heat.
- Kevin Durant led the Suns with 32 points, while Tyler Herro was the top scorer for Miami with 28 points.
- With this win, the Suns extended their winning streak to six games and matched their best start in franchise history.
On November 6, 2024, the Phoenix Suns defeated the Miami Heat 115-112 in a thrilling game. The Suns found themselves down by 15 points but managed to stage a remarkable comeback. Kevin Durant provided a stellar performance, scoring 32 points, while Jusuf Nurkic contributed with 20 points and 18 rebounds. Devin Booker also played a crucial role, adding 22 points and nine assists to secure the win. The game was tight throughout, with neither team establishing a commanding lead. The Suns ended the third quarter strong, reducing the Heat's lead to just three points. A pivotal moment came when Bradley Beal hit a crucial three-pointer, putting the Suns ahead 106-103 in the final minutes. Miami struggled to regain control and missed the opportunity to tie or take the lead. Despite their victory, the Suns committed 16 turnovers, allowing the Heat to score 20 points off those mistakes. Tyler Herro led the Heat with 28 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Suns’ late surge. Bam Adebayo's shooting struggles highlighted Miami's difficulties on the offense, especially as he shot just 5 of 21 from the field. With this win, the Suns improved to a 7-1 record, matching their best start in franchise history, a notable accomplishment that places them alongside previous successful seasons.