The Dallas Mavericks proved they could win without Luka Doncic, defeating the Utah Jazz in a wire-to-wire victory. Despite a strong start by the Mavs in the first quarter, the Jazz made a comeback in the second quarter. However, sloppy play from both teams allowed the Mavs to maintain their lead. Utah tried to make a late surge in the fourth quarter, but the Mavericks held them off with strong performances from Kyrie Irving, Quentin Grimes, and Daniel Gafford.
The win puts the Mavericks in a better position in the tanking race, while the Jazz will need to make up ground to stay competitive. Utah will play their next game against the Lakers before heading out on a Christmas road trip. The absence of Doncic was not an issue for the Mavericks, who showcased depth and resilience in the victory. The game highlighted the Mavericks’ ability to play as a team and secure a win even without their star player on the court.
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