: 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
: Undrafted rookie John Poulakidas provided a spark off the bench with a season-high 23 points. Rookie of the Year front-runner Cooper Flagg struggled from the field, finishing with 11 points on 4-of-19 shooting but contributed 11 rebounds and 6 assists. NBA Dallas Mavericks Vs Phoenix Suns
: 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. : 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 Rookie of the Year front-runner Cooper Flagg struggled