Luka Doncic Records 34/15 Double-Double in Mavericks' Win
Doncic Continues to Impress in Sophomore Season
Mavericks Improve to 3-3 with Win
Luka Doncic recorded a 34-point, 15-rebound double-double in the Dallas Mavericks' 113-101 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night.
Doncic, who is averaging 31.8 points, 10.5 rebounds and 8.4 assists per game this season, shot 12-of-21 from the field and 4-of-9 from three-point range.
The 20-year-old Slovenian also had seven assists and three steals in the win.
Kristaps Porzingis added 22 points and 10 rebounds for the Mavericks, while Tim Hardaway Jr. contributed 19 points.
Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 23 points, while Dillon Brooks added 19 points and Jonas Valanciunas had 16 points and 11 rebounds.
The Mavericks improved to 3-3 with the win, while the Grizzlies fell to 2-4.
Doncic's Performance Highlights His Versatility
Doncic's performance against the Grizzlies was another example of his versatility on the court.
The 6-foot-7 guard can score from anywhere on the floor, and he is also a willing passer and rebounder.
Doncic's ability to do it all makes him one of the most dangerous players in the NBA.
Mavericks Hope to Build on Win
The Mavericks will look to build on their win over the Grizzlies when they face the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night.
The Pelicans are 2-3 this season, but they have a talented roster led by Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram.
The Mavericks will need to be at their best to beat the Pelicans and improve to 4-3.