Luka Doncic showcased his brilliance with 39 points, 11 assists, and eight rebounds, leading the Dallas Mavericks (29-23) to a commanding 122-108 victory over the injury-plagued New York Knicks (33-19).
Joining Doncic in the scoring barrage, Tim Hardaway Jr. contributed 19 points, while Derrick Jones Jr. added 18, and Kyrie Irving scored 16.
Despite the Knicks’ valiant efforts, spearheaded by Donte DiVincenzo’s 36 points and Josh Hart’s triple-double (23 points, 10 rebounds, 12 assists), the absence of key starters due to injuries and trades proved insurmountable.
Miles McBride, stepping up in absence of Jalen Brunson, provided support with 21 points, six rebounds and five assists.
The Mavericks’ recent acquisitions of P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford bolster their frontcourt, providing Doncic with additional weapons to exploit opposing defenses.
