Luka Doncic's impressive triple-double streak came to an end as the Dallas Mavericks secured a 109-99 victory over the Golden State Warriors. Doncic, who had been on a seven-game triple-double run, scored 21 points before exiting the game due to left hamstring soreness. His availability for the Mavericks' upcoming game against Oklahoma City remains uncertain.
Meanwhile, Daniel Gafford made NBA history by extending his streak of consecutive made baskets to 33, just two shy of Wilt Chamberlain's record set in 1967. Gafford, a key player for the Mavericks, showcased his skills with a season-high seven blocks in the game.
The Warriors, missing star player Stephen Curry for the third straight game due to a sprained right ankle, struggled offensively with sub-40% shooting throughout the night. Despite the absence of Curry and Draymond Green, who was sidelined with back soreness, Jonathan Kuminga led Golden State with 27 points.
The Mavericks overcame a poor shooting night from beyond the arc, starting 1 of 17 from 3-point range before finishing 6 of 27. Kyrie Irving contributed 23 points, 10 assists, and eight rebounds to help secure the win for Dallas.
With an 11-0 run early in the fourth quarter, the Mavericks took control of the game, building an insurmountable lead while Doncic was on the bench. Despite his brief return to the court, the Mavericks continued to dominate, ultimately securing the victory over the Warriors.
Looking ahead, the Warriors are set to face the Lakers on Saturday, while the Mavericks will take on Oklahoma City on Thursday. Both teams are currently in contention for the play-in tournament, with Golden State aiming to bounce back from their recent losses and Dallas seeking to maintain their momentum as the season progresses.
