Dallas Mavericks Beat Charlotte Hornets Despite LaMelo Ball's Triple-Double

Mavericks recover from season's first loss with contributions led by Luka Doncic's 23 points and LaMelo Ball's triple-double proves insufficient for the Hornets striving for consecutive victories.

Luka Doncic led the Mavericks to a 124-118 victory over the Hornets despite shooting 1-for-9 in 3-point attempts, scoring 23 points.
LaMelo Ball performed outstandingly for the Hornets with a triple-double consisting of 30 points, 13 assists, and 10 rebounds, however, it was not enough to secure a win.
In a team effort, the Mavericks also received significant contributions from Grant Williams, Kyrie Irving, and rookie Dereck Lively II, each scoring 18, 18, and 15 points respectively.
Mavericks coach, Jason Kidd, returned to the bench after a one-game absence due to illness, overseeing the team's recovery from their first loss of the season.
Despite leading by 15 points at one stage in the first half, the Hornets' shooting woes, particularly from the free-throw line (12-for-21) and from 3-point range (8-for-31), contributed to their loss.