Luka Doncic joins illustrious list of names after 73-point NBA haul

27/04/2024 Raymond Basketball 0

Luka Doncic, aged 24, achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the fourth player in NBA history to score 73 points or more in a single game as the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Atlanta Hawks 148-143. His stellar performance not only propelled the Mavericks to victory but also set a new franchise record, easily surpassing his previous personal best of 60 points. Impressively, Doncic managed to score 41 points in the first half alone.

By reaching 73 points, Doncic now joins an elite group of players, including legends like Wilt Chamberlain and David Thomson, who have achieved similar scoring feats. While Chamberlain holds the NBA record with 100 points in a single game, as well as a 78-point game, Kobe Bryant famously scored 81 points in a game. Doncic’s remarkable performance comes just four days after Joel Embiid set a new scoring record for the Philadelphia 76ers with 70 points in a game against the San Antonio Spurs.

Despite his incredible individual performance, Doncic emphasized the importance of the team’s victory, especially considering the Mavericks’ recent struggles. He highlighted the team’s mindset of securing a win, expressing his satisfaction with their performance and the outcome of the game.

Meanwhile, in other NBA action, the Oklahoma City Thunder extended their winning streak to five games with a convincing 107-83 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. The LA Clippers also secured a comfortable 127-107 win against the Toronto Raptors. The Memphis Grizzlies narrowly edged past the Orlando Magic 107-106, while the Indiana Pacers clinched a tight 133-131 victory over the Phoenix Suns, despite Devin Booker’s impressive 62-point performance for the Suns.

Elsewhere, the Houston Rockets dominated the Charlotte Hornets with a commanding 138-104 win, while the San Antonio Spurs secured a crucial 116-100 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers, both teams being in a struggle for form.

In the Eastern Conference, the Milwaukee Bucks suffered a disappointing 112-100 defeat against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Following the game, the Bucks announced the appointment of Doc Rivers as their new head coach, adding further intrigue to their season.