The Dallas Mavericks kicked off their 2024-25 NBA season with an impressive 120-109 victory over the San Antonio Spurs at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The game was a showcase of Klay Thompson's sharpshooting prowess, as he sank six three-pointers, leading his new team to a promising start.
Klay Thompson, who signed a three-year, $50 million contract with the Mavericks during the offseason, demonstrated his value by going 6-for-10 from beyond the arc, totaling 22 points. His performance was particularly impactful in the second half, where four of his triples helped the Mavs outscore the Spurs 73-60, securing the win.
Despite a slow start from Dallas' star Luka Doncic, who missed eight of his twelve field goal attempts in the first half and scored only nine points, Doncic found his rhythm in the latter part of the game, contributing 19 points. His ability to disrupt the Spurs' defense with effective offensive plays allowed his teammates to take advantage and boost the team's overall performance.
Supporting Doncic was Dereck Lively II, who notched a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds, alongside six assists. Along with Daniel Gafford and Thompson, Lively II excelled on the offensive glass, enabling the Mavericks to dominate in rebounds with a 17-12 advantage. Their collective efforts set a strong foundation for the Mavericks as they embark on the new NBA season.
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