DALLAS, TEXAS –The Dallas Mavericks cruised to a decisive 108-85 victory over the Orlando Magic, marking their first 20-point win of the season. This win moves Dallas to 4-1 in their last five matchups with the Magic, 8-2 over the last 10, and 43-29 (.597) all-time. The Mavs have now won 12 straight home games against Orlando, a streak dating back to January 2011.
Luka Dončić Shines Again
Luka Dončić led the charge, dropping 32 points (11-22 FG, 5-13 3FG), along with 9 rebounds and 7 assists. His performance solidified him as 9th all-time for most 30-5-5 games in NBA history (161), surpassing Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jerry West. Dončić also tallied his 30th 25-point first half, tying him with James Harden for the most such halves since 2018. Notably, Dončić hit five 3-pointers in the first half, a milestone the Mavericks have capitalized on with a 20-3 record in similar games.
Standout Performances from Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford
Dereck Lively II added a double-double off the bench with 11 points and 11 rebounds, his second of the season. Dallas holds an impressive 8-2 record when Lively records a double-double. Daniel Gafford scored a season-high 18 points, helping the Mavs go 17-3 when he scores in double figures.
Defensive Dominance
Dallas’s defense held the Magic to under 25 points in each quarter, a feat they last achieved in 2021. The Magic’s 85 points tied for the sixth-lowest scored against Dallas in franchise history, underscoring the Mavs’ improved defensive performance. After failing to keep opponents under 90 points last season, this victory marks a shift for Dallas, as they’ve now done so seven times over the past five seasons.
With a dominant defensive outing and stellar performances across the board, the Mavericks look primed to continue their hot start to the season.
