Luka Dončić Shines Post-Injury, Surpasses Chamberlain and Harden in Triple-Doubles During Mavericks' Seven-Game Win Streak
Luka Dončić records his 79th triple-double, surpassing Wilt Chamberlain and James Harden, as the Mavericks secure their seventh straight win over the Raptors.
TORONTO – Luka Dončić continues to etch his name in the NBA record books, recording his 79th career triple-double in the Dallas Mavericks' 125-118 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday. This achievement propels him past Wilt Chamberlain and James Harden into sole possession of seventh place on the league's all-time triple-double list.
"Those are unbelievable names," Dončić remarked. "Just to be up there with them—it’s unbelievable for me. I never take it for granted. I just want to keep having fun playing basketball."
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Dončić's performance was instrumental in securing the Mavericks' seventh consecutive win and their 11th in the last 12 games. He finished with 30 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists, marking his second straight triple-double.
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