Luka Doncic Shines in Return, Leads Mavericks to Fourth Straight Win

Despite lingering wrist soreness, Doncic scored 36 points and delivered 13 assists in a 137-131 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Luka Doncic returned after a five-game absence due to a right wrist sprain, contributing a game-high 36 points, 13 assists, and seven rebounds.
The Mavericks secured their fourth consecutive win despite missing key players Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, Dereck Lively II, and Naji Marshall due to various injuries and illnesses.
Doncic acknowledged that his wrist is still not fully recovered, describing it as 'a little sore' but expressed happiness to be back on the court.
Portland's Anfernee Simons scored 27 points, including 24 in the third quarter, but the Trail Blazers were unable to complete their late-game comeback.
The Mavericks next face the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday, while the Trail Blazers will visit the Los Angeles Clippers.