The Dallas Mavericks kicked off the Western Conference Finals with a bang, securing a pivotal Game 1 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. The game was the fruit of the dynamic partnership of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Their partnership, which was also highlighted by Irving himself, combined for an impressive 63 points to lead the Mavericks to success
In a post-game interview, Doncic shared Irving’s crucial role in setting the tone for the team’s success. He credited Irving with igniting the team’s momentum and preventing a potential halftime deficit.
“Amazing. He got us going. Without him here, we probably would have been down 20 in the halftime, so he got us going. So I had to help him in the second half a little bit, so we switched roles this time,” he said.
Doncic also played a crucial role in Game 1, particularly in the second half. After a slow start, the Serbian native came forward, scoring 15 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals in the fourth quarter alone.
By the end of the game, Doncic had amassed an impressive stat line, tallying 33 points, 8 assists, and 6 rebounds. Irving contributed 30 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists.
Luka Doncic Outruns Stephen Curry in All-NBA First Team Selection
Luka Doncic’s stellar performance on and off the court continues to garner recognition, and he has added another accolade to his impressive resume. Alongside the Mavericks’ victory in the Western Conference Finals, he was selected to the All-NBA First Team for the fifth time in his career.
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The Mavs’ hero is still in the early stages of his career, yet his consistent excellence has propelled him to surpass seasoned veterans. This achievement holds significant weight, placing Doncic in an elite category, surpassing basketball legend Stephen Curry in All-NBA First Team appearances. Curry bagged the honor four times throughout his 15-season career.
At just 25 years old, Doncic joins Kevin Durant and Tim Duncan as one of the few players to achieve five All-NBA First Team selections before turning 26.
In addition to his All-NBA First Team selection, Doncic’s outstanding performance earned him the prestigious Kia Western Conference Player of the Month in February and March 2024. He made history for the Mavericks franchise with the honor, becoming the first player to receive this honor in consecutive months.
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