That was the opening picture Wednesday night, well before Luka Doncic put on an electrifying performance to lead the Dallas Mavericks past the Houston Rockets. Doncic’s unique skill set was on full display in the game, as he scored over 25 points for the sixth straight game. This remarkable streak places him alongside Nikola Jokic for the longest active streak in the NBA at 34, per ESPN Research.
Doncic was the early star, leading all players with 15 points in the first half, adding six assists and four rebounds. He seized ownership of the game with a breathtaking step-back play. That move knocked Rockets center Alperen Sengun sprawling onto the wood floor. Doncic displayed his phenomenal touch on this play. With one quick high dribble to his left at the top of the key, he knocked down the first shot by easily switching hands with a killer in-and-out dribble.
Despite Sengun hitting the deck, he sprang back up to challenge an almost wide-open three-point attempt. Doncic went for broke with his strategy. He dove into the lane and kicked it out to Dorian Finney-Smith, who drilled a corner three-pointer. This play is a perfect illustration of Doncic’s ability to score and pass at an elite level.
It was an incredible display of consistency that allowed the Mavericks’ star player to return to his dominant ways. He continued his strong play and increased his goal streak. Doncic scored at least 25 points for the sixth consecutive game. This performance cemented his place as an integral piece to the Mavericks’ success, making a statement regarding his rising dominance of the league.
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