The Portland Trail Blazers survived an overtime thriller against the Dallas Mavericks 121-118 on Sunday night, avenging a loss to the Mavs earlier this month despite blowing a double-digit fourth quarter lead. Damian Lillard led Portland with 33 points and seven assists, while Luka Doncic paced Dallas with 23 points, 11 rebounds and six assists.
Here are a few takeaways from tonight’s game:
- Doncic Delivers. The 19-year old had perhaps the signature moment to date in his promising rookie campaign with this ridiculous three to tie the game at the end of the fourth quarter, forcing the extra period.