Mavs’ Luka Doncic made NBA history with a 50-point triple-double average over the weekend, playing two intense games despite the team splitting victories.
In wins against the Atlanta Hawks and a near comeback against the Sacramento Kings, Doncic delivered outstanding performances. Kyrie Irving’s absence allowed Doncic to achieve the first-ever 50-point triple-double in a two-game span in NBA history.The Mavericks, despite facing injuries and inconsistencies, rely on Doncic’s steady MVP-level play, with impressive season averages. Coach Jason Kidd praised Doncic’s remarkable efforts but expressed the need to find him more support.After logging 90 minutes in back-to-back games, Doncic admitted exhaustion but commended the team’s spirit. With a 25-21 record, the Mavs are in eighth place in the Western Conference, trailing the sixth-seeded Phoenix Suns by 1.5 games. Their next four games include matchups against the Orlando Magic, Minnesota Timberwolves, Milwaukee Bucks, and Philadelphia 76ers.