Mavericks Hold Off Heat 113-109 in Tight Road Win

The Dallas Mavericks earned a hard-fought 113-109 road victory over the Miami Heat on October 27, 2026, using a late 8-0 run and timely defensive stops to escape Kaseya Center. Anthony Davis led Dallas with 31 points and 12 rebounds, while Cooper Flagg added 22 points in a composed performance.

The game featured 11 ties and 14 lead changes, with neither team able to create separation until the final two minutes. Miami had a chance to tie in the closing seconds, but Bam Adebayo’s contested turnaround jumper fell short, allowing Dallas to close out the win at the free-throw line.

Match Overview

Dallas shot 48.9% from the field and held Miami to 44.7%. The Mavericks controlled the paint behind Davis, who added four blocked shots, and received steady playmaking from Kyrie Irving, who finished with 18 points and nine assists. Flagg scored 11 of his 22 points in the fourth quarter, including a corner three that gave Dallas the lead for good.

Miami was paced by Adebayo’s 26 points, 11 rebounds and six assists. Tyler Herro scored 24 points, and Terry Rozier added 15 off the bench. The Heat forced 15 Dallas turnovers but shot just 9-of-31 from three-point range, a discrepancy that proved decisive in a close game.

Key Moments

Miami led 103-101 with 2:40 remaining after Herro hit a pull-up jumper. Dallas responded with an 8-0 run capped by Flagg’s three-pointer from the left corner with 1:12 left. After Adebayo split a pair of free throws, Irving extended the lead with two clutch free throws. Miami’s final possession ended with a missed three-pointer and a scramble that ran out the clock.

• Anthony Davis: 31 points, 12 rebounds, 4 blocks
• Cooper Flagg: 22 points, 7 rebounds
• Kyrie Irving: 18 points, 9 assists
• Bam Adebayo: 26 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists

Tactical Story

Dallas used its size to attack Miami’s zone, with Davis operating at the elbow and Flagg cutting behind the defense. The Mavericks also switched aggressively on the perimeter, making it difficult for Herro and Rozier to find clean looks. Miami’s zone helped slow the game down in the third quarter, but Dallas’ late shot-making and free-throw accuracy settled the contest.

Season Impact

The Mavericks improved to 2-1 with the win, showing poise in a hostile road environment. Miami fell to 1-2, despite another strong all-around game from Adebayo. For Dallas, the victory was another encouraging sign that its veteran stars and young core can blend effectively in high-pressure moments.