Slumping Dallas lost yet another game last night, falling to Phoenix 96-94. Dallas coach Bob could not be located after the game, and there was an unconfirmed report that he could be done with Dallas. Rumors are that another loss to hated Phoenix could be the end of the line for the coach. Fans and players are beginning to get fed up, especially with losses in big games like today's. We'll have more on this story as it develops.

Phoenix was led by Celaya (29 points, 8 boards, 5 assists, 2 blocks), Dupree (20 points, 2 assists), Fripp (9 points, 5 boards, 2 assists, a steal, 2 blocks). Dallas was led by Givens (20 points, 2 assists, a steal, 3 blocks), Thompson (16 points, 11 boards, 0 assists, a block), Mcadoo (15 points, 8 boards, 2 assists).

With this win, Phoenix jump to 25-22. They remain at #3 in the Pacific and hold at #9 overall in the Western Conference. With the defeat, Dallas fall to 19-25 and 11-11 at home. They remain at #4 in the Southwest and stay at #12 overall in the Western Conference.

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