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NBA: Doncic is exhibited with a triple-double history in his first duel with Zion Williamson | NBA 2019

Thursday,
5
March
2020

10:30

The Slovenian became the player with the most triple-doubles he has achieved in the history of the Mavericks (22), after beating Jason Kidd

Doncic take a throw-in in front of Zion's defense.

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Luka Doncic signed another historic double-double that proved decisive in the Mavericks' win over the New Orleans Pelicans (127-123, in extra time). In 41 minutes of action, Doncic contributed 30 points, 17 rebounds and 10 assists, scoring 9 of 20 field shots, 4 of 11 triples, and 8 of 13 from the personnel line.

It was a special encounter, since he faced the phenomenal Zion Williamson for the first time, in a duel that is called to mark the future of the NBA. In addition, the Slovenian became the player who has achieved more triple-doubles in the history of the Mavericks (22), after beating Jason Kidd. He also became the youngest player in history to get a 30 + 15 + 10.

At the same time, Kristaps Porzingis He had 34 points and 12 rebounds, and the Seth Curry reserve got 21 points for the Texan team, which is 38-25, seated in the Western playoff positions.

For the Pelicans (26-36), Brandom Ingram I got 27 points and Lonzo Ball finished with 25 points and 11 rebounds. Rookie Zion Williamson added 21. Williamson remained well in his first straight game since making his NBA debut on January 22. He has scored double figures in the 16 games he has played.

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