Luka Doncic Makes NBA History with Sixth Consecutive 30 Points Triple-Double

Luka Doncic made NBA history by achieving six consecutive 30 points triple-doubles leading the Dallas Mavericks to a 142-124 victory over the Detroit Pistons. Doncic stellar performance included 39 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds surpassing Russell Westbrook previous record of five straight 30 points triple-doubles. The Mavericks under coach Jason Kidd secured their second consecutive win after a three games losing streak.

Kyrie Irving contributed 21 points to the victory. On the Pistons’ side, Cade Cunningham impressed with 33 points, 10 assists and 9 rebounds while Simone Fontecchio added a career-high 27 points. The Mavericks leading 69-65 at halftime pulled away in the second half with Tim Hardaway Jr. hitting crucial 3 pointers. 

The game turned physical in the fourth quarter with ejections and technical fouls. Doncic remarkable feat makes him the fourth player in NBA history with 10 35 points triple-doubles in a season joining Westbrook, James Harden and Oscar Robertson.