NBA: Luka Doncic triple-double helps Dallas Mavericks thrash Utah Jazz

Luka Doncic notched a first-half triple-double, propelling the Dallas Mavericks to a dominant 147-97 triumph over the Utah Jazz. The Slovenian sensation concluded the game with an impressive stat line of 40 points, 11 assists, and 10 rebounds, while Kyrie Irving contributed 29 points for Dallas. This marks Doncic’s second 40-point performance in three games and his fourth overall this season.

In another standout performance, Joel Embiid scored 50 points, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a narrow 131-126 victory over the Washington Wizards. The reigning NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) returned after missing two games due to illness, securing the win with crucial free throws and a 15-foot jump shot in the final 50 seconds.

Stephen Curry played a pivotal role in the Golden State Warriors’ comeback, scoring 31 points and hitting a decisive three-pointer with 10 seconds remaining to secure a 110-106 win against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Despite registering his ninth triple-double of the season, two-time MVP Nikola Jokic couldn’t prevent the Los Angeles Clippers from defeating the Denver Nuggets 111-102.

In other NBA results, the Chicago Bulls secured their third consecutive victory with a 111-100 win over the Charlotte Hornets, while the Houston Rockets extended their home winning streak to nine games by defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder 110-101.

Mikal Bridges delivered a game-winning shot with 4.5 seconds left, lifting the Brooklyn Nets to a 114-113 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. The Cleveland Cavaliers claimed a 121-111 win over the Orlando Magic, overcoming Paolo Banchero’s career-high 42-point performance.

Desmond Bane posted a career-high 49 points as the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Detroit Pistons 116-102, handing them an 18th consecutive loss. The San Antonio Spurs’ struggles continued with a 102-94 defeat against the Minnesota Timberwolves, while the Miami Heat secured a 112-103 road victory over the Toronto Raptors.