Phoenix Suns, Miami Heat take lead in NBA play-offs by 2-0
Phoenix Suns defeated Dallas Mavericks by 129-109, while Miami Heat beat Philadelphia 76ers by 119-103
KARACHI: The Phoenix Suns and Miami Heat are up 2-0 in their best-of-seven playoff series following victory over the Dallas Mavericks and Philadelphia 76ers, respectively.
The Suns defeated the Mavericks 129-109 in the Western Conference, with Chris Paul scoring 28 points.
The Heat beat the 76ers 119-103 in the Eastern Conference, taking advantage of being at home.
Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler each scored 22 points for the hosts, while Tyrese Maxey led Philadelphia with 34 points.
The 76ers are hoping Joel Embiid will be available for the first of their two home games on Friday, but coach Doc Rivers has given up hope.
The Mavericks beat the Suns by 32-26 in the second quarter to grab a 60-58 lead, with Luka Doncic leading the way with 35 points. The Mavericks will host the next two games in the series.
Paul, on the other hand, scored 14 points in the fourth quarter to help his team win 40-26.
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