Suns Clinch No. 7 Seed in West with Win Over Mavs

Booker and Brooks lead Phoenix to crucial victory in playoff race

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:46am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a basketball game between the Phoenix Suns and Dallas Mavericks, with sharp, overlapping planes of color representing the action on the court.The Suns' crucial victory over the Mavericks showcases the team's ability to win close games and secure a playoff spot in the competitive Western Conference.Dallas Today

The Phoenix Suns defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-107 on Wednesday night to clinch the 7th seed in the Western Conference playoffs. Devin Booker scored 37 points and dished out 9 assists, while Dillon Brooks added 28 points, including a late layup to seal the victory for the Suns.

Why it matters

This win is crucial for the Suns as they secure their spot in the playoffs, avoiding the play-in tournament. The Mavericks, meanwhile, miss out on a chance to improve their seeding in the crowded Western Conference playoff race.

The details

The Suns led for most of the game, but the Mavericks made a late push to make it close. However, Dillon Brooks' layup in the final minute put the game away for Phoenix. Booker was dominant, scoring 37 points and dishing out 9 assists to lead the Suns to the important victory.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, April 9, 2026.

The players

Devin Booker

The star guard for the Phoenix Suns, who scored 37 points and had 9 assists in the win.

Dillon Brooks

The Suns forward who scored 28 points, including a crucial late layup to seal the victory.

Dallas Mavericks

The opponent, who were defeated by the Suns in this crucial Western Conference matchup.

Phoenix Suns

The home team who clinched the 7th seed in the Western Conference playoffs with this win.

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What they’re saying

“We knew this was a big game for our playoff positioning, and the guys really stepped up tonight. Devin and Dillon made the plays we needed to get this win.”

— Monty Williams, Suns Head Coach

What’s next

The Suns will await their first-round playoff opponent, while the Mavericks will look to regroup and try to secure a higher seed through the play-in tournament.

The takeaway

The Suns' victory over the Mavericks was a crucial result in the tight Western Conference playoff race, as Phoenix was able to clinch the 7th seed and avoid the play-in tournament. This win showcases the Suns' ability to win close games against tough opponents down the stretch.