Luka Doncic made history on Wednesday night. The 24-year-old Slovenian set a new NBA record by leading the Dallas Mavericks to a 147-97 win over the Utah Jazz.
Doncic scored 29 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists in the first half, becoming the first player in league history to score at least 25 points.” It was a breathtaking feeling,” Doncic said after the game. I don’t even know what to say.”
Doncic had 40 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists. He was rested in the second half as the Mavs had the win wrapped up early on.
With his 60th triple-double, Doncic also surpassed basketball legend Larry Bird.” Everyone knows who Larry Bird is,” said Doncic. That’s why this is something very special.”
Doncic is in impressive form this season. He leads the Mavericks with averages of 28.9 points, 9.3 rebounds and 8.8 assists per game.
Doncic overworked after the birth of his son
Doncic explained after the game that he had been feeling a little tired recently. “His first child was born last week. I’m not quite back in shape yet,” he said. But I’ll get back on my feet.”
Despite his fatigue, Doncic is making history by playing great. He is one of the best players in the NBA and will break many more records in the coming days.
