DALLAS — Luka Dončić homecoming came with a milestone, a roar from a familiar crowd, and a reminder of just how rare his shooting touch has become.
Now wearing purple and gold, Dončić knocked down the 1,500th 3-pointer of his career Friday night, becoming the youngest player in NBA history to reach the mark at 26 years, 330 days. The Los Angeles Lakers spoiled the reunion, pulling away late to beat the Dallas Mavericks 116–110 at American Airlines Center.
Every Dončić touch drew a reaction — some cheers, some disbelief — but the moment that mattered most came from beyond the arc. His record-setting triple pushed him past another benchmark in a career already packed with them, further cementing his place among the league’s elite shooters.
Dallas stayed within striking distance most of the night, trading runs with Los Angeles and feeding off the emotion in the building. But the Lakers executed down the stretch, answering each Mavericks push with timely buckets and defensive stops to secure the win.
For Dončić, the night blended nostalgia and history. For the Mavericks, it was a reminder that even familiar faces can come back wearing different colors — and still change the game.
