An anonymous NBA executive has boldly declared that the Dallas Mavericks’ backcourt, featuring Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, is the preeminent duo in the NBA.
According to this insider, their on-court chemistry is off the charts, and they genuinely appreciate each other’s game.
Kyrie Irving on his embrace with Luka Doncic at the end of the game:
“Luka was like I’m tired, man. That’s why I just hugged him at the end of the game. He left it all out there…For us as brothers to embrace each other, we know how hard we’ve worked…” pic.twitter.com/0pW2O0YI3O
— Noah Weber (@noahweber00) April 8, 2024
Let’s delve into the impressive stats of these two superstars:
– Luka Doncic: Averages 33.9 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 9.8 assists per game this season, making a late push for the MVP award.
Luka Doncic in Mavs’ OT win over Rockets tonight:
37 PTS
9 REB
12 AST
2 BLK
12-21 FG
4-10 3PT
9–9 FT
7 TO
5 FLS
45 MIN
+20
— NBA Latest (@nba_latest_) April 7, 2024
LOOK AT THIS LEADER
KNEES ARE BLEEDING AND STILL GOING pic.twitter.com/hmL4O4Sy0n
— Yasser (@078Yasser) April 7, 2024
– Kyrie Irving: Puts up 25.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 5.1 assists, needing just a slight improvement in field goal percentage to achieve the second 50-40-90 season of his career.
Kyrie Irving in Mavs’ OT win over Rockets tonight:
48 PTS
7 REB
2 AST
1 STL
15-25 FG
3-8 3PT
15-17 FT
2 TO
1 FLS
44 MIN
+21
— NBA Latest (@nba_latest_) April 7, 2024
KYRIE IRVING TODAY:
48 PTS, 7 REB, 2 AST, 60% FG
LUKA DONCIC TODAY:
37 PTS, 9 REB, 12 AST, 57% FG
🔥🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/RIYKDJgRYS
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) April 7, 2024
The Mavericks have been on a tear lately, going 16-2 in their last 18 games, with one of those losses occurring when Doncic was absent.
Their acquisitions of P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford have transformed them into serious contenders, propelling them from the Play-In Tournament to a 95% chance of finishing the season as either the No. 4 or No. 5 seed.
However, former Mavericks star Jamal Mashburn believes that the team needs one more elite piece to truly contend for a championship.
He suggests adding a wing player who can create opportunities alongside Luka and Kyrie, similar to someone like Khris Middleton (but perhaps an even better defender).
The Mavericks’ recent victories, including a thrilling clash against the Nuggets and a remarkable 22-point comeback against the Rockets, have elevated them to the status of the NBA’s best clutch team.
As they gear up for the playoffs, their matchup against the OKC Thunder will serve as a litmus test for their competitiveness.
Kyrie Irving: Luka Doncic:
48 PTS 37 PTS
7 REB 12 AST
73.9% TS 74.1% TS
How many duos are better right now? pic.twitter.com/I5RwBiQBfV
— StatMamba (@StatMamba) April 7, 2024
Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving are poised to become the best duo in the NBA for the 2023-2024 season. Here’s why:
