"Mavericks, Heat Stay Alive in NBA Play-In Tournament: Live Updates and Reactions"

 "The Mavericks dominated the Kings with a 120-106 victory, while the Heat cruised past the Bulls 109-90 in the NBA Play-In Tournament."

Mavericks, Heat Stay Alive with Play-In Wins to Keep Playoff Dreams Alive

The Dallas Mavericks and Miami Heat both extended their seasons with key victories in the NBA Play-In Tournament, keeping their postseason hopes alive.

Dallas took care of business against the Sacramento Kings, earning a convincing 120-106 win. Anthony Davis and Klay Thompson led the charge, combining for 50 points in the win. The Mavericks now move on to face the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, with the winner set to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the playoffs. Following the loss, the Kings and GM Monte McNair reportedly agreed to mutually part ways.

In the East, the Miami Heat rolled past the Chicago Bulls 109-90, behind a stellar outing from Tyler Herro. The guard exploded for 38 points on 13-of-19 shooting, lifting Miami into a showdown with the Atlanta Hawks on Friday. The winner of that game will advance to face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the opening round.