Fans pour in rib-tickling reactions as Luka Doncic records historic 60-point triple-double
Luka Doncic went crazy against the New York Knicks on Tuesday night in Dallas. "Luka Magic" was in full effect in the Mavericks' 126-121 overtime win. Fans poured in rib-tickling reactions as Doncic recorded a historic triple-double of 60 points, 21 rebounds and 10 assists.
The Mavericks were down by nine points with 33 seconds left. Doncic spearheaded the comeback, including a ridiculous play in the final moments of regulation. Both teams were tired in overtime, but Doncic and the Mavericks pulled it off.
Doncic's 60 points was the most scored in a game for the Mavericks. He's only the fourth player in NBA history to record a 50-point, 20-rebound triple-double. He's also the only player in the league to register a 60-point, 20-rebound triple-double.
Fans react to Luka Doncic's historic night
Luka Doncic had a historic night against the New York Knicks by posting the first-ever 60-point, 20-rebound triple-double in NBA history. Doncic also led the Dallas Mavericks to an insane comeback to force overtime and earn the victory.
Fans in the arena and those watching at home were treated to what could be one of the best games of the year. Doncic's effor might as well go down as one of the best individual performances ever.
Here are the best reactions from Twitter:
"How does this affect LeBron’s legacy?"
@ShamsCharania How does this affect LeBron’s legacy?
"This gotta be the first time a "since Wilt" is nowhere near a crazy statline"
@ShamsCharania This gotta be the first time a “since Wilt” is nowhere near a crazy statline
"Those are amazing stats however Luka Doncic will have a James Harden career arc. You can’t win championships when someone holds the ball that much. Doncic athleticism will fade as he gets older."
@ShamsCharania Those are amazing stats however Luka Doncic will have a James Harden career arc. You can’t win championships when someone holds the ball that much. Doncic athleticism will fade as he gets older.
"What a gift of a game to watch, best love performance I've ever watched"
@ShamsCharania What a gift of a game to watch, best love performance I’ve ever watched
"THATS WHY HE'S THE GOAT"
@ShamsCharania THATS WHY HE'S THE GOAT
"hawks fans are crying rn"
@ShamsCharania hawks fans are crying rn
"There is no excuse for Luka to not be #1 on the MVP ladder."
@ShamsCharania There is no excuse for Luka to not be #1 on the MVP ladder.
"Dude is playing MyCareer on rookie lmaooo"
@hiphoptwist @ShamsCharania @thegeorgesiu Dude is playing MyCareer on rookie lmaooo
"Luka is gonna be the dude to get the closest to 100 since Kobe's 81"
@ShamsCharania Luka is gonna be the dude to get the closest to 100 since Kobe’s 81
"I've never seen that stat line in a NBA 2K game either lol"
@ShamsCharania I've never seen that stat line in a NBA 2K game either lol
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Dallas Mavericks pull of insance comeback against the New York Knicks
The New York Knicks were on the verge of beating the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night. They were up by nine points with 33 seconds left, but Luka Doncic and the Mavericks pulled off a comeback for the ages.
With the Knicks up by just two points with four seconds left in regulation, Doncic intentionally missed his free throw. The ball miraculously fell into Doncic's hands and he hit the game-tying shot with a second to go.
In overtime, both teams were tired, but Doncic took over in the final minute to give the Mavericks a 126-121 win.
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