Luka Dončić’s First Game Against Mavericks Draws Huge Viewership
Alright, let’s talk about one of the most anticipated NBA matchups of the season—Luka Dončić’s first game against his former team, the Dallas Mavericks. And let me tell you, it did not disappoint. A staggering 2.5 million viewers tuned in to watch Dončić and the Los Angeles Lakers take on the Mavericks at Crypto.com Arena. That makes it one of the most-watched regular-season games this year on TNT, only behind opening night. At its peak, the game even hit 2.9 million viewers. Not just that, it also became the most-watched regular-season game streamed on Max.
Now, let’s rewind a bit and talk about why this game was such a big deal. Just a few weeks ago, the Mavericks shocked the entire NBA world by trading away Luka Dončić to the Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis. And it wasn’t just any trade—this move reportedly left Dončić absolutely furious. So, of course, all eyes were on this game to see how he would respond. And, well, he definitely made his feelings known.
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At one point in the game, after hitting his only three-pointer, Dončić turned and stared down the Mavericks’ bench—a clear message to his former team. Meanwhile, Lakers fans inside the arena erupted in a loud “Thank you, Nico!” chant, aimed at Mavericks GM Nico Harrison, who has been facing serious backlash for making the trade in the first place. Dallas fans have been vocal about their frustration, and you can bet they’ll have a lot to say when Dončić makes his return to Dallas on April 9.
On the court, Dončić put up a solid performance, finishing with 19 points, 15 rebounds, and 11 assists, helping the Lakers secure a 107-99 win. It was their third straight victory, and while Dončić admitted he was dealing with a lot of emotions, he was glad to have this game behind him. “The closure is going to take a while,” he said. “It’s just not ideal. Like I said, I’m glad this game is over. There was a lot of emotion.”
And if you thought this drama was over, think again. The next time these two teams meet, it’s going to be must-watch television. Mavericks fans are already furious, and given the numbers this first game pulled, you can expect an even bigger audience for Dončić’s return to Dallas. This storyline is far from finished.
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