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Dončić Leads Lakers’ Late Rally to Beat Mavericks 116-110 in Dallas

The former Mavericks cornerstone reached 1,500 career threes, drawing warm ovations in his second return.

DALLAS, TEXAS - JANUARY 24: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket during the first quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on January 24, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
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DALLAS, TEXAS - APRIL 09: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots the ball against the Dallas Mavericks during the fourth quarter at American Airlines Center on April 09, 2025 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)

Overview

  • L.A. erased a 15-point deficit in the final seven minutes to cap a 116-110 comeback on a cold night at American Airlines Center.
  • Luka Dončić posted 33 points, 11 assists and eight rebounds, going 14-of-15 at the line as he became the youngest to 1,500 made threes.
  • LeBron James scored 11 of his 17 in the fourth, while Rui Hachimura delivered a four-point play and a subsequent three to put the Lakers ahead for good.
  • Dončić improved to 4-0 against Dallas since last year’s blockbuster trade, and Mavericks fans greeted him with loud ovations and MVP chants.
  • Dallas’ four-game win streak ended despite Max Christie’s 24 points and Naji Marshall’s 21 points and 11 rebounds.