The story of the game going into Friday was always can Luka Doncic hold up against NBA athletes? Well, Dallas Mavericks fans can officially be excited without reservation about the Slovenian wonder-boy.
A box score may not do Doncic justice. He produced 11 points, six rebounds, three assists, three steals, two blocks, and four turnovers on four of 11 from the field. Luka missed all four of his 3-point attempts. Doncic clearly had a major impact on the game. He easily could have scored six or seven more points if he hit some makeable shots.
Many believed that his athleticism would prevent him from being able to get by defenders on offense and to stay in front of players on defense.