In a game where every point counted, the Lakers showed resilience against the Blazers, proving they can thrive even when the odds are stacked against them.
Luka Doncic returned from a two-game absence because of a left heel contusion with 27 points on Monday night in the Dallas Mavericks’ 132-108 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.
Despite missing star players, the Mavericks secure their fourth consecutive win in a nail-biting game against the Trail Blazers, thanks to Doncic's stellar performance.
Luka Doncic scored 30 of his 41 points in the first half, Kyrie Irving added 29 in his second game back from a heel injury and the Dallas Mavericks routed the Portland Trail Blazers 126-97.
Damian Lillard scored 40 points and the Trail Blazers beat the Dallas Mavericks 140-123 on Sunday night, giving Portland consecutive wins for the first time since mid-December.