Mavs top Dubs despite Warriors’ 3s record; Kerr awaits Schroder
The Mavs top the Dubs on Sunday despite the Warriors set a franchise record for most 3s in the first half.
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MAVS TOP DUBS AS DONCIC DROPS 45 IN TRIPLE-DOUBLE PERFORMANCE
The Mavs top the Dubs, 143-133, as Luka Doncic dropped 45 points in a triple-double performance in Oakland.
Furthermore, the Slovenian superstar also collected 13 assists and 11 rebounds to carry Dallas to a road win at the Chase Center.
Moreover, Klay Thompson scored 29 points, including two late 3-pointers, against his former team.
The win thus avenged Dallas’ 120-117 loss to Golden State in Thompson’s emotional return to Oakland on November 12.
Kyrie Irving scored 21 points, Quentin Grimes had 14 off the bench, while PJ Washington added 13 for the Mavericks.
WARRIORS LOST DESPITE SETTING FRANCHISE RECORD FOR MOST 3S IN FIRST HALF
The Warriors lost despite the team setting a franchise record for most 3s in the first half with 18.
Moreover, Draymond Green knocked down four of his six 3-pointers in the first two quarters for Golden State alone.
Furthermore, Stephen Curry dropped 4-of-6 treys in the first half and finished with 26 points on 7-of-13 shooting from deep.
Andre Wiggins and Buddy Hield fired three treys each, while reserve Lindy Waters III added two 3-pointers for the Warriors.
However, the Mavs were sizzling on their own, knocking down 12-of-25 from deep as they took an 81-74 halftime lead.
KERR AWAITS SCHRODER ARRIVAL TO DUBS, CALLS HIM ‘PERFECT FIT’ AS STARTER
Furthermore, Warriors coach Steve Kerr awaits the arrival of newly acquired Dennis Schroder to Golden State.
Moreover, Kerr described Schroder as a “perfect fit” as a starter alongside Curry at Golden State’s backcourt.
Golden State acquired Schroder from Brooklyn in exchange for De’Anthony Melton and several rookie picks.
“I’m thrilled. I told Dennis (Schroder) today (Sunday) He’s kicked my (butt) on three different continents. You can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em,” Kerr said.
“He’s a gamer, he’s a competitor, pick-and-roll player, two-way player,” he added.
Golden State will also get a 2025 second-round pick (via Miami) from the Nets, while Brooklyn receives Reece Beekman and three second-round picks in the deal.
