Mavs brace for another Doncic absence, with more evidence of how to stay afloat
1 week, 2 days ago

Mavs brace for another Doncic absence, with more evidence of how to stay afloat

Associated Press  

DALLAS — While the Dallas Mavericks wait to see how long they’ll be without Luka Doncic because of his latest left calf injury, they have another example of how to stay afloat until the superstar’s return. Doncic exited late in the second quarter of a 105-99 Christmas Day loss to Minnesota on Wednesday, and the deflated Mavs found themselves down 28 points late in the third. “It’s kind of deflating,” said Klay Thompson, who passed Reggie Miller for fifth on the career 3-point list during the spirited Dallas rally. Doncic, who scored 14 points in 16 minutes against the Wolves and is averaging 28.1 points, 8.3 rebounds and 7.8 assists per game, missed five games this season with a right wrist sprain.

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Mavs star Luka Doncic will be out about a month before check on calf injury, AP source says
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1 week ago

Mavs star Luka Doncic will be out about a month before check on calf injury, AP source says

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic will be out about a month before being re-evaluated for a calf injury sustained in a Christmas Day loss to Minnesota, a person with knowledge of the injury said Friday. The injury happened in Doncic’s second game back after missing two games with a left heel contusion. Dallas also added four-time NBA champion …

Edwards scores 26, Wolves hold on to beat Mavs 105-99 after Doncic injury
1 week, 2 days ago

Edwards scores 26, Wolves hold on to beat Mavs 105-99 after Doncic injury

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Anthony Edwards scored 26 points, and the Minnesota Timberwolves held on for a 105-99 Christmas Day victory over Dallas after Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic left the game with a strained left calf. A rematch of last season’s Western Conference finals won by Dallas fell flat when Doncic pulled up lame while running a play late in the second …

Doncic has 36 points and 13 assists in return, Mavericks down the Trail Blazers 137-131
1 month ago

Doncic has 36 points and 13 assists in return, Mavericks down the Trail Blazers 137-131

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Luka Doncic returned from a wrist injury and had 36 points in the Dallas Mavericks’ 137-131 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday night. Dallas led by 112-101 after Spencer Dinwiddie’s 3-pointer in the fourth quarter, but the Blazers came back to tie it at 127 on Deni Avdija’s three-point play with 1:54 left. Trail Blazers: …

NBA: Mavs star Luka Doncic wrist sprain to keep him out for three games, will be re-evaluated in a week
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA: Mavs star Luka Doncic wrist sprain to keep him out for three games, will be re-evaluated in a week

The Hindu  

Luka Doncic has a right wrist sprain that will sideline the Dallas Mavericks star on a three-game road trip starting Friday night in Denver. The defending Western Conference champion also visits Miami and Atlanta on the trip, and the timeline for Doncic suggests he will miss a home game against the New York Knicks on Wednesday as well. Doncic said …

Luka Dončić failed at the highest level. Now, he must learn from it
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Luka Dončić failed at the highest level. Now, he must learn from it

New York Times  

BOSTON — Luka Dončić said his final words about this Dallas Mavericks season, now concluded, before the Boston Celtics had even lifted their championship trophy to the sky. “Sad we lost.” It was the longest year of Dončić’s career, one that held the highest and lowest moments of his career to date. “I’m proud of every guy that stepped on …

Luka Dončić on fouling out of NBA Finals Game 3: ‘We couldn’t play physical’
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Luka Dončić on fouling out of NBA Finals Game 3: ‘We couldn’t play physical’

New York Times  

DALLAS — When the fourth quarter started, Mavericks star Luka Dončić had just two fouls and his team trailed the Celtics by 15 points. “ never happened to me, not that I remember,” said Dončić, who was disqualified from an eventual 106-99 loss with 27 points. Dallas coach Jason Kidd was asked afterwards why he didn’t challenge Dončić’s fifth foul, …

Luka Dončić is getting a hard lesson in the extra level the NBA Finals demand
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Luka Dončić is getting a hard lesson in the extra level the NBA Finals demand

New York Times  

DALLAS — In a more perfect world, the NBA would have figured out a way to retract the sixth foul call on Luka Dončić. It’s not ideal to have the home team’s best player sitting out most of crunchtime in a game that swings the NBA Finals. Luka Dončić watches the end of Wednesday’s game after fouling out. He’s got …

After last year’s false start, Doncic-Irving duo in prime form to Mavericks move to Finals
7 months ago

After last year’s false start, Doncic-Irving duo in prime form to Mavericks move to Finals

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving just needed some time together for the Dallas Mavericks to thrive around this formed-not-so-long-ago All-Star pairing. “Those two worked at it,” coach Jason Kidd said after the Mavericks beat Minnesota to finish the Western Conference finals in five games. “It just didn’t happen overnight.” From Doncic’s fearless 3-point shooting, crafty leaners in the …

Doncic’s 36 points spur Mavericks to NBA Finals with 124-103 toppling of Timberwolves in Game 5
7 months ago

Doncic’s 36 points spur Mavericks to NBA Finals with 124-103 toppling of Timberwolves in Game 5

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Luka Doncic was in his element, hitting shots from everywhere on the court, hushing the crowd and flashing those sly smiles as the Dallas Mavericks delivered a knockout performance. Doncic had a 20-point first quarter on his way to 36 points for his high this postseason, and the Mavericks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-103 on Thursday night to …

Mavericks’ Luka Dončić stands on precipice of greatness that always seemed inevitable
7 months ago

Mavericks’ Luka Dončić stands on precipice of greatness that always seemed inevitable

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Celtics vs. Mavericks in Game 5 of the NBA Finals MINNEAPOLIS — As Luka Dončić sat down in the tiny postgame news conference room, the smallest one he’ll be in until his season ends, he placed a trophy on the table in front of him. On Thursday, in Game 5’s 124-103 victory against the …

Mavericks defeat Timberwolves to set up NBA Finals showdown with Celtics
7 months ago

Mavericks defeat Timberwolves to set up NBA Finals showdown with Celtics

LA Times  

Dallas guard Luka Doncic, right, celebrates during the first half of the Mavericks’ series-clinching win in Game 5 of the NBA Western Conference finals on Thursday night. Luka Doncic had a 20-point first quarter on his way to 36 points for his high this postseason, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-103 on Thursday night to breeze through …

Closers Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have Mavs on verge of sweeping Wolves in West finals
7 months, 1 week ago

Closers Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have Mavs on verge of sweeping Wolves in West finals

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving screamed at the crowd, then turned and grabbed Luka Doncic in a bear hug after the play that clinched a 3-0 lead in the Western Conference finals for Dallas. “I feel like we’re both born for this, if you ask me,” Irving said after being told Doncic believed his running mate was born for clutch situations. …

Kyrie Irving, Luka Dončić and the adaptable Mavericks devise yet another way to win
7 months, 1 week ago

Kyrie Irving, Luka Dončić and the adaptable Mavericks devise yet another way to win

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the Mavericks vs. Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals DALLAS — Across the past few months, the Dallas Mavericks have figured out every way to win basketball games. “The rim protection wasn’t quite there for both.” But Dallas also knew it had figured out new ways to win, ones foreign to …

Doncic lifts Mavericks with go-ahead 3 with 3 seconds left to top Wolves 109-108 for 2-0 lead
7 months, 1 week ago

Doncic lifts Mavericks with go-ahead 3 with 3 seconds left to top Wolves 109-108 for 2-0 lead

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Luka Doncic searched to find space as the clock ticked down, using a screen to draw Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert out to the top of the key and a crossover dribble to set up his step-back 3-pointer. “I thought he was great the whole game, keeping guys together, his energy.” Naz Reid went 7 for …

Luka Doncic’s late heroics lift Mavericks to Game 2 victory over Timberwolves
7 months, 1 week ago

Luka Doncic’s late heroics lift Mavericks to Game 2 victory over Timberwolves

LA Times  

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic celebrates after making a three-pointer in the final seconds of a 109-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference finals on Friday. Luka Doncic hit the go-ahead three-pointer with Rudy Gobert guarding him at the top of the key with three seconds left, posting his fifth triple-double of the …

Doncic leads strong close by Mavericks for 108-105 win over Wolves in Game 1 of West finals
7 months, 1 week ago

Doncic leads strong close by Mavericks for 108-105 win over Wolves in Game 1 of West finals

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Luka Doncic led a strong finish for the Dallas Mavericks, swishing crucial shots down the stretch, drawing a couple of fouls and even playing strong defense. “We made important ones,” said Doncic, who scored seven straight points over 63 seconds early in the fourth quarter to fuel a 13-0 run by the Mavericks for a 97-89 lead. “We’ve …

The sequel has been much better for Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving as Mavs head to West finals
7 months, 2 weeks ago

The sequel has been much better for Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving as Mavs head to West finals

Associated Press  

DALLAS — A smiling Luka Doncic pumped his fist as he settled in next to Kyrie Irving to answer questions about the Dallas Mavericks advancing to the Western Conference finals for the second time in three seasons. “I had to make an impromptu speech, and I was doing my best not to let some tears come down from my eyes …

Luka Dončić keeps ascending with the help of his best Mavericks team yet
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Luka Dončić keeps ascending with the help of his best Mavericks team yet

New York Times  

DALLAS — How strange it must feel to be Luka Dončić. Within the perspective of his NBA career, what Dončić achieved in Saturday’s 117-116 series-clinching win over the Oklahoma City Thunder was his second Western Conference Finals berth in three years. 1 seed, just like the Dallas Mavericks did two years ago to reach Dončić’s first conference finals. “I’m 32,” …

Mavericks need Luka Dončić at peak of his powers if they want to advance past Thunder
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Mavericks need Luka Dončić at peak of his powers if they want to advance past Thunder

New York Times  

DALLAS — Luka Dončić hasn’t played many basketball games worse than Monday’s Game 4 defeat to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Dallas maintained a double-digit lead for much of the game, inspired by the team’s suffocating defense that limited Oklahoma City to 6-of-17 shooting at the rim. Dallas scored just 15 points in the third quarter, a miserable showing that Dončić’s …

Doncic puts body on the line to ensure Mavs take 2-1 lead
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Doncic puts body on the line to ensure Mavs take 2-1 lead

China Daily  

Dallas Mavericks' Markieff Morris, PJ Washington, head coach Jason Kidd and Dereck Lively II look at Luka Doncic, who is sprawled on the floor after his collision with Oklahoma City Thunder's Lu Dort while competing for a loose ball, during Game 3 of their NBA second-round playoff series in Dallas, on Saturday. "Everything," Doncic said when asked what hurt, a …

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving carry Mavs past Clippers 114-101 to advance to second round
8 months ago

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving carry Mavs past Clippers 114-101 to advance to second round

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Luka Doncic struggled with his shot again thanks to his ailing right knee, and Kyrie Irving spent a bunch of energy playing defense. Doncic had 28 points and 13 assists, Irving scored 28 of his 30 points after halftime and the Mavericks finished off the Los Angeles Clippers with a 114-101 victory Friday night. With Irving alongside him …

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving lead Mavs over Clippers 96-93 to tie series as Kawhi Leonard returns
8 months, 1 week ago

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving lead Mavs over Clippers 96-93 to tie series as Kawhi Leonard returns

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Led by Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, the Dallas Mavericks bounced back to take away home-court advantage from the Los Angeles Clippers and newly returned and rusty Kawhi Leonard. “He’s going to find his rhythm and we’re going to find our rhythm around him.” Plagued by poor shooting and behind for much of the game, the Clippers …

Mavs co-stars Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic are working on a better plot after last year’s flop
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Mavs co-stars Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic are working on a better plot after last year’s flop

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic draped their arms over each other in a pseudo-embrace, smiles of exhaustion on the faces of the co-stars of the Dallas Mavericks. The final seconds of a 147-136 overtime victory against Houston on Sunday were still ticking off, with Irving and Doncic having combined for 85 points as part of a 22-point rally …

Doncic scores 47 as Mavericks win seventh straight and end Rockets’ 11-game win streak
9 months ago

Doncic scores 47 as Mavericks win seventh straight and end Rockets’ 11-game win streak

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Luka Doncic had 47 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists, Kyrie Irving added 24 points and seven assists, and the Dallas Mavericks won their seventh straight and snapped the Houston Rockets’ 11-game winning streak with a 125-107 victory on Sunday night. Jabari Smith Jr. scored 28 points and Aaron Holiday added 16, but Jalen Green was held to …

Luka Doncic scores 21, triple-double streak ends at 7 as Mavs slog past Warriors 109-99
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Luka Doncic scores 21, triple-double streak ends at 7 as Mavs slog past Warriors 109-99

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Luka Doncic’s triple-double streak is over as the focus turns to his tender left hamstring. Doncic scored 21 points as his triple-double run ended at seven games, Gafford made five baskets to push his streak to 33 in a row and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Golden State Warriors 109-99 on Wednesday night. Coach Jason Kidd said he …

Doncic scores 41 points, pairs with Irving to help Mavs beat Suns 123-113 for 7th straight victory
10 months, 1 week ago

Doncic scores 41 points, pairs with Irving to help Mavs beat Suns 123-113 for 7th straight victory

Associated Press  

DALLAS — The longest winning streak of the season for the Dallas Mavericks coincides with a tie for the longest stretch of games together for the star pairing of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Doncic scored 41 points, Irving had 29 and the Mavericks beat the Phoenix Suns 123-113 on Thursday night, extending their winning streak to seven in both …

Doncic scores franchise-record 73 points, tied for 4th in NBA history, as Mavs edge Hawks 148-143
11 months, 1 week ago

Doncic scores franchise-record 73 points, tied for 4th in NBA history, as Mavs edge Hawks 148-143

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Dallas coach Jason Kidd had no worries about Luke Doncic’s scoring spree disturbing the Mavericks’ game plan. Doncic scored a franchise-record 73 points, tied for the fourth-most in NBA history and surpassed only by Wilt Chamberlain and Kobe Bryant, to power the Mavericks to a 148-143 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night. His record night came …

Luka Doncic reaches 65 points, sets Mavs records for points in a half and a game against Hawks
11 months, 1 week ago

Luka Doncic reaches 65 points, sets Mavs records for points in a half and a game against Hawks

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Luka Doncic has set the Dallas Mavericks record for points in a game — reaching 65 with almost a quarter to spare. Doncic continued to flourish after scoring 41 points in the first half to set a franchise record for points in any half. Doncic, who averages 33.6 points, then took aim on his career high of 60 …

NBA: Luka Doncic chases 10K mark as Mavs face Suns
1 year ago

NBA: Luka Doncic chases 10K mark as Mavs face Suns

The Hindu  

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic is in position to reach an impressive milestone on Christmas night. Doncic needs just 11 points to become the fastest player in NBA history to reach 10,000 for his career when the Mavericks visits the Phoenix Suns on Monday. “We are not playing well enough right now.” Offseason acquisition Bradley Beal was supposed to form …

Luka Dončić’s sky hook, Mark Cuban’s unique sale and an eventful night for the Mavericks
1 year, 1 month ago

Luka Dončić’s sky hook, Mark Cuban’s unique sale and an eventful night for the Mavericks

New York Times  

DALLAS — Luka Dončić beat the social media allegations and the shot clock with an improvised sky hook. 🏀 NBA In-Season Tournament on the NBA App 📱 https://t.co/YK9ZmfkUPb pic.twitter.com/svCxve36rm — NBA November 29, 2023 As Dončić said afterward, he shot it because he knew he was “going to make it.” He pointed out that he’s now 2-for-2 on hook shots …

How Mavericks have subtly made their Luka Dončić-centric offense even deadlier
1 year, 1 month ago

How Mavericks have subtly made their Luka Dončić-centric offense even deadlier

New York Times  

Since Luka Dončić’s rookie season, he has been the part conductor, part soloist figurehead for a Dallas Mavericks offense that has consistently blitzed the entire league. The Dončić offense YEAR RANK OFF RTG WITH LUKA 19-20 1 116.7 +3.3 20-21 8 116 +6.8 21-22 12 114.1 +3.3 22-23 6 117.2 +7.7 23-24 4 120.0 -1.1 As you can see, the …

NBA: Mavericks star Luka Doncic uncertain for season opener due to calf strain
1 year, 2 months ago

NBA: Mavericks star Luka Doncic uncertain for season opener due to calf strain

The Hindu  

Dallas Mavericks star point guard Luka Doncic will miss Friday’s preseason finale due to a left calf strain and his status is uncertain for the team’s October 25 season opener in San Antonio against the Spurs. Doncic injured the calf during a practice on October 9 in Madrid, Spain, during the team’s 12-day overseas trip. Mavericks coach Jason Kidd told …

Doncic returns to Spain to warm welcome from former club Real Madrid in preseason game with Mavs
1 year, 2 months ago

Doncic returns to Spain to warm welcome from former club Real Madrid in preseason game with Mavs

The Hindu  

Luka Doncic returned to Spain to a warm reception from former club Real Madrid in a preseason game with the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday, receiving a standing ovation by the home fans and being honored by his former teammates. Thank you all.” Doncic received an award by Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez as an honorary member of the club, and …

Doncic returns to Spain to warm welcome from former club Real Madrid in preseason game with Mavs
1 year, 2 months ago

Doncic returns to Spain to warm welcome from former club Real Madrid in preseason game with Mavs

Associated Press  

MADRID — Luka Doncic returned to Spain to a warm reception from former club Real Madrid in a preseason game with the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday, receiving a standing ovation by the home fans and being honored by his former teammates. Thank you all.” Doncic received an award by Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez as an honorary member of the …

Doncic, Irving believe full season with Mavs will make encore better than debut that flopped
1 year, 3 months ago

Doncic, Irving believe full season with Mavs will make encore better than debut that flopped

Associated Press  

DALLAS — The first preseason together for Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving will include long flights overseas and a herky-jerky schedule with fewer games than usual for the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavs will play Minnesota twice in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, before an exhibition against Doncic’s former EuroLeague club, Real Madrid, in Spain.. No matter how the preseason unfolds, …

After season of misery, Mavericks face uncertain future: Can Dallas bring back Kyrie, keep Luka happy?
1 year, 8 months ago

After season of misery, Mavericks face uncertain future: Can Dallas bring back Kyrie, keep Luka happy?

New York Times  

On the night the Los Angeles Lakers advanced past the first round of the playoffs for the first time since their 2020 championship, Kyrie Irving arrived as a spectator. It’s the first step for what the franchise believes must be a meaningful overhaul, team sources say, to correct the many missteps that led to this season of misery, one that …

Mavs to sit Irving, 4 others in game with draft implications
1 year, 8 months ago

Mavs to sit Irving, 4 others in game with draft implications

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Dallas is sitting Kyrie Irving and four other regulars against Chicago in a game with draft implications and with the Mavericks facing postseason elimination if they lose. A day after that victory, Oklahoma City beat Utah, meaning the Mavs would have to win their last two while the Thunder would have to lose to Memphis for Dallas to …

Mavericks end 4-game skid vs. Pacers to stay in playoff hunt
1 year, 9 months ago

Mavericks end 4-game skid vs. Pacers to stay in playoff hunt

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Luka Doncic started Monday hopeful he would play at Indiana. He finished with 25 points, seven rebounds and six assists, helping the Mavericks snap a four-game losing streak with a dominant 127-104 victory over the short-handed Indiana Pacers. “He’s one of the best players in the league at finding guys and then he’s able to catch and shoot …

Mavs star Doncic avoids suspension after 16th tech rescinded
1 year, 9 months ago

Mavs star Doncic avoids suspension after 16th tech rescinded

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic has avoided a one-game suspension for now after the NBA rescinded his 16th technical foul Monday. The league’s decision cleared Doncic to play at Indiana on Monday night as the fading Mavericks try to stay in the Western Conference playoff race. Crew chief Kevin Scott said in a pool report after the …

Luka Doncic picks up one-game suspension after receiving his 16th technical foul against Hornets
1 year, 9 months ago

Luka Doncic picks up one-game suspension after receiving his 16th technical foul against Hornets

Daily Mail  

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic picked up his 16th technical foul of the season on Sunday and now faces a one-game suspension. Doncic had been chirping at officials for most of Sunday's game against the Charlotte Hornets and finally got slapped with a technical midway through the third quarter of a tightly contested game. TIPPING POINT: Luka Doncic earned his …

Reeling Dallas Mavericks has ‘no time for excuses’, says Kyrie Irving
1 year, 9 months ago

Reeling Dallas Mavericks has ‘no time for excuses’, says Kyrie Irving

The Hindu  

The Dallas Mavericks’ chances of returning to the NBA Western Conference finals look slimmer every day, and recently acquired superstar Kyrie Irving says he and Luka Doncic can’t carry it there alone. Coach Jason Kidd blasted his team’s first-quarter effort as “awful” and suggested the home crowd boos heard in the third quarter should have come earlier. “It was just …

Doncic back, Irving out for Mavs in key game vs. Warriors
1 year, 9 months ago

Doncic back, Irving out for Mavs in key game vs. Warriors

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Luka Doncic will return from a five-game absence, but fellow star Kyrie Irving is out for the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night in a meeting with Golden State that has significant playoff implications. The test didn’t show significant damage, but Doncic still missed two weeks after limping through the last game before he was sidelined. Irving’s absence means …

NBA: Irving senses Dallas Maverick’s urgency in new star pairing with Doncic
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Irving senses Dallas Maverick’s urgency in new star pairing with Doncic

The Hindu  

Kyrie Irving senses the stress of trying to figure things out with Luka Doncic and the rest of his new Dallas teammates as the Mavericks jostle for playoff positioning in the tightly packed Western Conference. It puts a glaring eye on what we’re doing right and what we’re doing wrong.” Since the Mavs led 48-21 in the second quarter against …

Irving senses Mavs’ urgency in new star pairing with Doncic
1 year, 10 months ago

Irving senses Mavs’ urgency in new star pairing with Doncic

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving senses the stress of trying to figure things out with Luka Doncic and the rest of his new Dallas teammates as the Mavericks jostle for playoff positioning in the tightly packed Western Conference. It puts a glaring eye on what we’re doing right and what we’re doing wrong.” Since the Mavs led 48-21 in the second …

Mavs hang on after Doncic hurt, hand Pels 10th straight loss
1 year, 11 months ago

Mavs hang on after Doncic hurt, hand Pels 10th straight loss

Associated Press  

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks barely held on after leading by 27 points when Luka Doncic exited the game with a right heel injury on a hard fall. Crew chief Kevin Scott said the officials’ review after the game showed Ingram wasn’t out of bounds when he made contact with the ball, and that the clock incorrectly ran after the …

NBA: Missing Luka Doncic and Christian Wood, Mavs hosts Pistons
1 year, 11 months ago

NBA: Missing Luka Doncic and Christian Wood, Mavs hosts Pistons

The Hindu  

The absence of its two leading scorers would greatly impact any NBA team. Doncic sustained a left ankle sprain on Thursday three minutes into the Dallas Mavericks’ game against Phoenix. “He’s an MVP,” guard Spencer Dinwiddie said of Doncic. “You can’t change everything,” Dallas coach Jason Kidd said. “That’s when you’ve got to be very intentional in terms of your …

Doncic hits 2 big 3-pointers, Mavs top Lakers 119-115 in 2OT
1 year, 11 months ago

Doncic hits 2 big 3-pointers, Mavs top Lakers 119-115 in 2OT

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic hit tying 3-pointers in the final seconds of regulation and the first overtime, finishing with 35 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists in the Dallas Mavericks’ 119-115 double-overtime victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night. Now I need to rest.” The Lakers took a lead on Dennis Schröder’s layup with 1:31 left in …

Doncic has 60-21-10, rallies Mavs to wild OT win over Knicks
2 years ago

Doncic has 60-21-10, rallies Mavs to wild OT win over Knicks

China Daily  

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic looks to pass during the second half against the New York Knicks at American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas, USA, December 27, 2022. Doncic had a franchise-record 60 points, 21 rebounds and 10 assists, including the tying basket off his intentionally missed free throw to force overtime, as the Mavericks rallied for a wild 126-121 victory …

NBA: Luka Doncic posts historic 60-21-10 stat-line in overtime thriller
2 years ago

NBA: Luka Doncic posts historic 60-21-10 stat-line in overtime thriller

Firstpost  

Luka Doncic had a franchise-record 60 points, 21 rebounds and 10 assists, including the tying basket off his intentionally missed free throw to force overtime Dallas: Luka Doncic thought his improbable tying basket in the final second of regulation actually won the game. Doncic had a franchise-record 60 points, 21 rebounds and 10 assists, including the tying basket off his …

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