SUMMARY
- Luka Doncic giving back to back impressive performances for Dallas Mavericks.
- Markieff Morris questioned why Doncic is not leading the MVP list and praises his exceptional skills.
The Dallas Mavericks are having a great season so far, much of which can be credited to the outstanding performances of Luka Doncic. Under the guidance of coach Jason Kidd, the team has achieved an impressive 16-10 start.
Doncic is averaging 32.9 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 9.1 assists per game, his leadership has carried the Mavericks to fifth place in the Western Conference, despite challenges such as injuries to key players like Kyrie Irving. Doncic’s impact was noticeable in the Mavericks’ recent 131-120 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
In this game, Doncic scored an impressive 40 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists, showing his ability to dominate the court. After the game, his teammate, veteran forward Markieff Morris, praised Doncic’s skill and questioned why he is not leading the MVP list. Morris, who added 10 points, five rebounds, four assists, and a steal in 20 minutes off the bench, highlighted Doncic’s crucial role in the team’s success.
“Man I’ve played with some great players, but the game is just so easy to him,” Morris said of Doncic. “I’ve never seen somebody like damn-near walk through the game. He plays the same way in practice. It’s his skill. Yeah man, I don’t know see why he’s not No. 1 in the running for MVP. I just don’t get it. Because he’s carrying our team – scoring, rebounds and assists – on a nightly basis.”
The team’s dependence on Doncic’s contributions in scoring, rebounding, and assisting has sparked discussions about his potential as an MVP candidate. As of 25 games into the season, he hasn’t topped any projected NBA MVP lists but his continued high-level performance and the Mavericks’ success suggest he could soon be leading for the title.
Luka Doncic surpasses Wilt Chamberlain in list of players with most 40+ point triple-doubles
Luka Doncic’s outstanding performance against the Blazers has helped him past the legendary Wilt Chamberlain on the all-time list for 40-point triple-doubles, placing him fourth. With eight such games, he is now trailing behind Russell Westbrook, James Harden, and Oscar Robertson. Considering Doncic’s young age, he has a good chance of moving up on this list.
Also, Doncic has made a record in the Mavericks’ franchise history by surpassing Dirk Nowitzki in the number of 35-point games. This achievement is notable considering Nowitzki’s long tenure with the Mavericks. Despite the team’s recent challenges, including injuries to key players like Kyrie Irving and Josh Green, Doncic has elevated his game, scoring at least 30 points in 11 consecutive games.
However, the Mavericks faced a setback in their recent game against the Denver Nuggets. As they prepare for their upcoming match against the Los Angeles Clippers, all eyes remain on Luka Doncic. Can he keep the Dallas Mavericks in the top 5 in the competitive Western Conference?