Mavericks Overcome Magic 131-129 in Nail-Biter

Luka Doncic's 45-point performance propels Dallas to victory despite missing key players due to injuries.

Luka Doncic scored 45 points and 15 assists, leading the Dallas Mavericks to a 131-129 victory over the Orlando Magic.
Tim Hardaway Jr. added 36 points for the Mavericks, while Derrick Lively II and Jalen Hardy contributed 20 points each.
Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 36 points, followed by Franz Wagner with 21 points and Anthony Black with 20 points.
The Mavericks were missing key players including Kyrie Irving, Derrick Jones Jr., and Dante Exum due to injuries.
The Magic led 77-61 at halftime before Dallas went on a 31-9 run and led 96-89 going to the final period.