DALLAS, TEXAS — The Dallas Mavericks lost a tight game to the Phoenix Suns, 114-113, making their recent record against Phoenix 2-3. Luka Dončić posted 30 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Kyrie Irving added 29 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists. It’s the first time this season that two Mavericks recorded at least 25 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists in the same game—a feat only achieved four times last season.
All five Mavericks starters scored in double figures, a rarity last season, and Dallas extended its streak of 10+ three-pointers to nine games. The team also posted a season-best free-throw percentage, going 20-of-22 (90.9%).
Dončić’s performance marked his 163rd career game with at least 30 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists, now ninth in NBA history in this stat. He is also fifth all-time in 30-point games before turning 26.
The Suns, now 8-1, remain perfect in clutch games this season (7-0), showing their ability to close out tight contests.
