Luka Doncic continues to rewrite NBA history with his outstanding performances, as demonstrated in the Dallas Mavericks’ 114-108 victory over the Miami Heat. Doncic achieved a remarkable feat by recording his fourth consecutive triple-double while scoring 35 or more points, establishing the longest such streak in NBA history, according to ESPN Stats and Info.
In this game, Doncic showcased his brilliance by scoring a game-high 35 points on 12-of-24 shooting from the field and 7-of-13 from beyond the arc. He also contributed 11 rebounds and assists each. Doncic’s clutch performance was crucial in helping the Mavericks end a three-game losing streak.
With this win, the Mavericks improved to a 34-28 record, just two games behind the sixth-placed Phoenix Suns (36-26) in the Western Conference standings. Additionally, Doncic tied Russell Westbrook’s record from 2017 by recording his fifth consecutive 30-point triple-double.
Doncic’s impressive statistics extend beyond this game. Over the last 15 games, he has been nearly averaging a 35-point triple-double per night, with averages of 34.4 points, 10.4 assists, and 10.0 rebounds since February 3rd. To highlight the rarity of his performance, Doncic now has nine 35-point triple-doubles, which is two more than the entire NBA combined, as per StatMuse.
Jason Kidd, the head coach of the Mavericks, praised Doncic, calling him “special” and likening his scoring ability to that of Hall of Famers like Reggie Miller. Kidd emphasized the need to appreciate Doncic’s talent, comparing it to witnessing a masterpiece by Picasso every night.
Doncic’s incredible consistency and ability to dominate games have solidified his place as one of the brightest stars in the NBA, setting him apart as a generational talent with the potential for even greater achievements in the future.
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