Luka Doncic Records 34 Points, 15 Rebounds, 8 Assists in Dallas Mavericks Win
Doncic's Performance Leads Mavericks to Victory Over the Los Angeles Clippers
Luka Doncic put on a show in the Dallas Mavericks' 123-114 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night. The Slovenian superstar finished with a triple-double, recording 34 points, 15 rebounds, and 8 assists. Doncic was efficient from the field, shooting 12-of-23 (52.2%) and 4-of-10 (40%) from three-point range.
Doncic's performance was especially impressive in the second half. He scored 18 points in the third quarter, helping the Mavericks extend their lead to 10 points. Doncic then added 10 points in the fourth quarter to help the Mavericks close out the win.
Doncic Continues to Impress in Sophomore Season
Doncic's performance against the Clippers was just the latest example of his impressive sophomore season. The 20-year-old is averaging 28.7 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 8.9 assists per game this season. He is also shooting 46.6% from the field and 33.1% from three-point range.
Mavericks Improve to 33-22 on the Season
The win over the Clippers improved the Mavericks' record to 33-22 on the season. The Mavericks are currently in fifth place in the Western Conference standings. They are just two games behind the fourth-place Utah Jazz and three games behind the third-place Denver Nuggets.
The Mavericks will be back in action on Thursday night when they host the New Orleans Pelicans. The Pelicans are currently in 12th place in the Western Conference standings, but they have won two of their last three games.