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Suns Fall 99-95 Against Dallas - Game Recap
The Suns were burned for 36 points by Spencer Dinwiddie on Thursday as the Mavericks picked up a 99-95 win at Footprint Center.
Bettors who backed the Mavericks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 220.5.
Dorian Finney-Smith had 18 points for Dallas and Dwight Powell chipped in with 15 points. Spencer Dinwiddie had 9 assists for the Mavericks, while Dorian Finney-Smith was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Phoenix got 22 points from Cameron Johnson in a losing cause and another 22 points from Chris Paul. Chris Paul contributed 10 assists for the Suns, while Deandre Ayton had 20 rebounds.
The Mavericks hit the break winning 54-48 before taking care of business in the second half.
Phoenix won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 50-43.
Dallas looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Jazz. The Suns will aim to get back on the winning track at San Antonio.