Doncic’s Triple-Double Effort Falls Short as Mavericks Lose to Pacers
The Dallas Mavericks faced the Indiana Pacers at home on the 6th, with their star player Luka Doncic setting a remarkable record. Despite Doncic’s fantastic performance of 39 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, achieving his fourth consecutive “30-point triple-double” in as many games, the Mavericks still suffered a defeat, losing 120-137, marking their third consecutive loss. The scene of Doncic angrily throwing a water bottle on the sidelines was also captured by broadcast units.
Close First Half, but Pacers Pull Away in Second
In the first half, both teams kept the game tight, with the Mavericks trailing 70-74 at halftime. Doncic scored a staggering 28 points in the first half alone. However, the Pacers dominated the third quarter with a 32-18 run after the break. In the final quarter, the Mavericks fell behind by as much as 20 points, ultimately unable to mount a comeback.
Sensational Performance by Pacers’ Haliburton and Siakam
The Pacers had nine players scoring in double figures, including Tyrese Haliburton with 19 points and 11 assists, and Pascal Siakam with 13 points and 13 rebounds, both recording double-doubles.
Doncic’s Record-Breaking Streak Despite Losses
Luka Doncic’s exceptional performance marked his fourth consecutive game with a “30-point triple-double,” making him the third player in NBA history to achieve this feat, following Oscar Robertson and Russell Westbrook. However, despite his remarkable individual efforts, the Mavericks only secured one win during this four-game stretch.
Pacers Outshine Mavericks with Balanced Scoring
The Pacers demonstrated their strength as a team with nine players scoring in double digits, including five bench players contributing a total of 69 points, far exceeding the Mavericks’ bench scoring of 32 points. Benedict Mathurin, coming off the bench, led the team with 19 points, while starter Pascal Siakam contributed 13 points, 13 rebounds, and 6 assists.
Post-Game Comments and Current Standings
Following the game, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle praised the team’s adjustments, enabling them to play faster and more aggressively. Despite Doncic’s stellar performance, the Mavericks couldn’t secure a win, leaving them with a record of 34 wins and 28 losses, currently ranking eighth in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, the Pacers, with a record of 35 wins and 28 losses, sit in eighth place in the Eastern Conference, trailing the Miami Heat by just one game.(SMBET)