Kyrie Irving drops 36 on old team as Dallas Mavericks handle Brooklyn Nets

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Feb 7, 2024, 09:06 IST

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Kyrie Irving made a triumphant return to Brooklyn, leading the Dallas Mavericks to a convincing 119-107 victory over the Nets on Tuesday night.

Kyrie Irving drops 36 on old team as Dallas Mavericks handle Brooklyn Nets

Kyrie Irving (AFP Photo)

NEW DELHI: Kyrie Irving made a triumphant return to Brooklyn, leading the Dallas Mavericks to a convincing 119-107 victory over the Nets on Tuesday night. In a highly anticipated matchup marking Irving's one-year anniversary since being traded from the Nets, the star guard showcased his scoring prowess with a stellar performance, pouring in 36 points on 15-of-24 shooting, including six three-pointers.Irving's impactful contributions guided the Mavericks to a commanding lead, particularly in the second quarter, where they outscored the Nets to establish a 65-47 advantage by halftime.
Teaming up with Irving, Luka Doncic delivered a stellar performance of his own despite wearing a face mask due to a nasal contusion. Doncic tallied 35 points, tied a season-high with 18 rebounds, and nearly secured a triple-double with nine assists. Their dynamic offensive display powered the Mavericks throughout the game, maintaining control for nearly the entire duration of the matchup.

Supporting their star duo, Tim Hardaway Jr. contributed 14 points, while Josh Green added 12, aiding the Mavericks' balanced offensive attack. The team shot an efficient 50.5 percent from the field and connected on 19 three-pointers, emphasizing their offensive proficiency.

Despite a resilient effort from the Nets, led by Mikal Bridges with 28 points and contributions from Cam Thomas, Royce O'Neale, and Jalen Wilson, the team fell short of mounting a successful comeback. Hindered by injuries to key players such as Dorian Finney-Smith, Cameron Johnson, and Lonnie Walker IV, the Nets struggled to contain the Mavericks' offensive onslaught.
While the Nets managed to trim the deficit at certain points during the game, including a brief surge in the fourth quarter, Irving's timely scoring, punctuated by consecutive three-pointers, extinguished any hopes of a late comeback, securing the victory for the Mavericks.
Overall, Irving's return to Brooklyn proved to be a memorable one, as he led the Mavericks to a resounding victory while showcasing his scoring prowess and playmaking abilities on the court.
(Inputs from Reuters)

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