DYMA Data logoDYMA DATA
NBA · Quarter Summary

Miami Opens Four-Point Gap as Giannis and Kyrie Trade 7s

October 27, 2026 · 12:10 AM

← Game Center · Full game coverage

The Heat take a 27-23 first-quarter lead, with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kyrie Irving tied for the early scoring high.

Miami leads Dallas 27-23 after the first quarter, a four-point edge in a 50-point opening frame. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kyrie Irving each scored 7 to pace their teams. Cooper Flagg added 5 assists for Dallas in the opening 12 minutes. The early lead offers Miami a lift after starting 0-3, while Dallas entered at 1-2; the teams sit 30th and 21st, respectively, in the power index.
Key Performers

Giannis Antetokounmpo (Miami): 7 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists Kyrie Irving (Dallas): 7 points, 3 rebounds Cooper Flagg (Dallas): 4 points, 5 assists, 3 rebounds