Max Christie stats tonight: How did the Mavericks star fare against the Heat (Feb. 13)

Max Christie played his part as the Dallas Mavericks propped up a 118-112 win over the Miami Heat at American Airlines Center on Thursday. The guard was off to a solid start as he propped up 10 points, three rebounds, two assists and one block as the Mavs trail 56-55 at halftime.

Christie was Dallas's primary playmaker on Thursday while becoming their defensive cog to add more teeth on both ends of the floor. The former Laker has averaged 17.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.6 blocks in his five games for the Mavericks. His good run continued as he ended his evening with 19 points, five rebounds, five assists, three steals and a block.

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Klay Thompson has high praise for Max Christie

Klay Thompson was lavish in praise of his new Mavericks teammate as Max Christie impressed with his hustle and two-way play. The four-time NBA champion added that he was keen on playing alongside the second-year guard for the remainder of the season.

"I have been incredibly impressed with Max [Christie], what a great addition. I have had great success with Michigan State guys in my career and he's just another one. They come in, they know how to defend, they are team players, and he has such a bright future in this league ... He has a beautiful jump shot, great arc on the ball, backspin, and [you] can't leave him open. He's been a pleasant surprise and I am excited to share the floor with him for the rest of the season."

Thompson's reference to the "Michigan State guys" was to former Golden State Warrior teammate Draymond Green. The pair won four championships together with Stephen Curry before Thompson was traded to the Mavericks this past offseason as one of the marquee moves.