NEW DELHI: In a thrilling come-from-behind victory, Luka Doncic continued to shine as he led the Dallas Mavericks to a 112-104 victory over the visiting Washington Wizards on Monday night, recording his 10th triple-double of the season. It was shown off again. The win marked the Mavericks' fifth straight win and highlighted their resiliency and determination on the court.
Doncic's stat line was impressive, contributing 26 points, 15 assists, and 11 rebounds, further cementing his reputation as one of the league's most versatile and impactful players. Kyrie Irving also joined in the scoring, scoring 26 points and providing valuable support to the Mavericks' offense. Additionally, former Wizard Daniel Gafford made his presence known with an impressive double-double performance of 16 points and 17 rebounds.
Meanwhile, Deni Avdija was the Wizards' leading scorer with 25 points, and Kyle Kuzma also contributed with 23 points. Tyus Jones also contributed significantly with 14 points and a career-high 16 assists. Despite strong individual performances, the Wizards were unable to stop the Mavericks' momentum and suffered a seven-game losing streak.
The Wizards started the fourth quarter with a 10-point lead, but the Mavericks refused to back down. Back-to-back 3-pointers from Jaden Hardy and a clutch fadeaway from Doncic sparked a remarkable comeback, erasing the lead and giving Dallas its first lead of the half. Maxi Kleber's timely 3-pointer further increased the Mavericks' advantage and set the stage for a thrilling finish.
In the final minutes of the game, Doncic continued to assert his dominance, sinking a decisive 3-pointer to extend Dallas' lead and effectively seal the victory. Despite the Wizards' second-half surge, highlighted by Kuzma's layup, the Mavericks showed their resilience and determination and remained calm until the final buzzer to secure the victory.
Overall, this game was a testament to the Mavericks' resiliency and Doncic's extraordinary talent, as they overcame a double-digit deficit to win and extend their winning streak. As the Mavericks continue to pursue success in the NBA, they hope to build on this momentum and continue their meteoric rise in the league.
(Information from Reuters)
Doncic's stat line was impressive, contributing 26 points, 15 assists, and 11 rebounds, further cementing his reputation as one of the league's most versatile and impactful players. Kyrie Irving also joined in the scoring, scoring 26 points and providing valuable support to the Mavericks' offense. Additionally, former Wizard Daniel Gafford made his presence known with an impressive double-double performance of 16 points and 17 rebounds.
Meanwhile, Deni Avdija was the Wizards' leading scorer with 25 points, and Kyle Kuzma also contributed with 23 points. Tyus Jones also contributed significantly with 14 points and a career-high 16 assists. Despite strong individual performances, the Wizards were unable to stop the Mavericks' momentum and suffered a seven-game losing streak.
The Wizards started the fourth quarter with a 10-point lead, but the Mavericks refused to back down. Back-to-back 3-pointers from Jaden Hardy and a clutch fadeaway from Doncic sparked a remarkable comeback, erasing the lead and giving Dallas its first lead of the half. Maxi Kleber's timely 3-pointer further increased the Mavericks' advantage and set the stage for a thrilling finish.
In the final minutes of the game, Doncic continued to assert his dominance, sinking a decisive 3-pointer to extend Dallas' lead and effectively seal the victory. Despite the Wizards' second-half surge, highlighted by Kuzma's layup, the Mavericks showed their resilience and determination and remained calm until the final buzzer to secure the victory.
Overall, this game was a testament to the Mavericks' resiliency and Doncic's extraordinary talent, as they overcame a double-digit deficit to win and extend their winning streak. As the Mavericks continue to pursue success in the NBA, they hope to build on this momentum and continue their meteoric rise in the league.
(Information from Reuters)
