Fans desperately want autographs and selfies, while those intrepid reporters want that insightful interview.
But that hasn’t become a surprise to the Mavs, who acquired Doncic’s draft rights in a trade with the Atlanta Hawks on the day of the NBA Draft this past June. And the 19-year old kid from Slovenia hasn’t disappointed as Doncic leads the Mavs in scoring – and flair for the dramatics — with 19.6 points per game.
“We thought he was really good and we’re certainly not shocked that he’s playing well,” coach Rick Carlisle said. “To me the thing about him that doesn’t come out in film of the games in Europe and other international places is his strength and quickness for a young kid.