In a stunning Sunday showdown, the Dallas Mavericks completed an impressive comeback, overcoming a 22-point deficit to claim a 147-136 overtime victory against the Houston Rockets. The defeat means that the Rockets are now out of contention for a place in the postseason despite an impressive campaign.
Kyrie Irving was the star of the night with a season-high 48 points, showcasing his scoring prowess and clutch play. Luka Doncic delivered with 37 points, 12 assists, and nine rebounds, demonstrating his all-around skills and leadership on the court.
The Mavericks completed the stunning comeback but needed a dramatic buzzer-beating three-pointer from Dante Exum to send the game into overtime. The chemistry between Doncic and Irving was evident, as they trusted each other and rallied their team to victory.
Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd praised his superstar duo, emphasizing trust and teamwork:
“It’s just about the trust, the talk, and understanding that we have each other’s back. We’re playing for something bigger than the back of the jersey – we’re playing for one another.”
With this win, the Mavericks edge closer to sealing the fifth seed in the Western Conference playoffs. Meanwhile, the Rockets, despite winning 11 consecutive games earlier this season, are no longer in contention for the postseason.
NBA Twitter and Mavs fans in general however, were in absolute awe over their star duo.
Kyire is REAL Magic with Luka Magic pic.twitter.com/jtFvLBDGBg
— Md Shohag (@MdShoha98147122) April 7, 2024
It really be Luka and kyire vs an entire team
— Vito (@JayMclean_) February 28, 2024
BEST DUO EVER pic.twitter.com/1zTOjudjKn
— MFFL (@Mavs_FFL) April 7, 2024
Greatest video of all time. I love this team man pic.twitter.com/jlMrHaoZPb
— (@PeakMavs) April 7, 2024
My team’s star duo >>> yours pic.twitter.com/0faxZzEqxl
— Jo (@MavsStan41) April 7, 2024
https://t.co/F3Ni7KiIyv pic.twitter.com/lBB37Uy0a0
— MFFL (@Mavs_FFL) April 8, 2024
Best Duo in the Association. pic.twitter.com/2QVqePxCuv
— Jo (@MavsStan41) April 8, 2024
Mavs chemistry off the charts!
They said this duo couldn’t work… pic.twitter.com/CkhzomSdLa
— Mavs Fans For Life (@MavsFansForLife) April 7, 2024
And they say Luka and Kyrie would not work
— LmPLyo (@SwshLM) April 7, 2024
YeAH tHis TwO woNT wOrK
— ronster77 (@iamRonsterM) April 7, 2024
