Warriors Secure Win to End Mavericks’ 7-Game Streak
In a highly anticipated matchup, the Mavericks’ hot streak came to an end against the Warriors today. Despite a double-digit lead for the Warriors in the fourth quarter and a valiant effort from the Mavericks to catch up, timely plays from Klay Thompson and Draymond Green, including a crucial block from Green, sealed the Warriors’ 104-100 victory, halting the Mavericks’ dream of an eighth consecutive win and turning Luka Doncic’s triple-double performance into a bittersweet feat.
Close First Half Ends in Tie
The teams went into halftime deadlocked at 49-49. The Warriors surged ahead in the third quarter with a 31-25 run, extending their lead to 90-79 early in the fourth quarter with a basket from Andrew Wiggins.
Mavericks Fight Back Behind Irving
The Mavericks, led by Kyrie Irving, responded with a 13-2 run to tie the game. However, crucial plays from Draymond Green, including two baskets and a block, along with a jumper from Thompson, propelled the Warriors to an 8-0 run, putting them in control.
Warriors Maintain Composure Despite Late Mavericks Surge
Although P.J. Washington’s three-pointer briefly tightened the game, the Warriors remained composed. Despite Irving’s late attempt from beyond the arc being contested by Green, the Warriors held on for a 104-100 victory, securing their fifth consecutive win while ending the Mavericks’ winning streak at seven games.
Balanced Scoring Lifts Warriors
Stephen Curry struggled with only 13 points on 5-of-18 shooting, and Klay Thompson added 14 points on 5-of-13 shooting. However, contributions from Andrew Wiggins with 23 points, Draymond Green with 11 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals, as well as 14 points from Chris Paul, and 12 points from Moses Moody off the bench, proved pivotal in securing the win.
Doncic’s Triple-Double Not Enough
Luka Doncic recorded another impressive triple-double with 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists, while Irving contributed 27 points and Washington added 20 points. However, their efforts were not enough to extend the Mavericks’ winning streak.
Warriors Extend Streak, Rockets Falter
With their fifth consecutive win secured, the Warriors extend their streak while the 11th-seeded Rockets in the Western Conference suffer their second consecutive loss, widening the gap between the two teams to three games. (SMBET)