Kyrie Irving delivered a breathtaking moment on Sunday afternoon that left fans at the American Airlines Center in Dallas roaring with excitement. His remarkable left-handed floater from the free-throw line found the net at the buzzer, securing a thrilling 107-105 victory for the Dallas Mavericks over the Denver Nuggets.
Nuggets coach Michael Malone couldn’t help but acknowledge Irving’s brilliance, conceding, “Hell of a shot by Kyrie. Give him all the credit.” Despite the heartbreak, Malone expressed satisfaction with his team’s defense, even in the face of such a spectacular game-winning shot.
The game reached its fever pitch when Mavericks’ standout Luka Dončić nailed a deep 3-pointer from well beyond the arc to level the score. Throughout the contest, the Mavericks and Nuggets traded blows, with neither team able to assert dominance for long stretches.
As the clock wound down in the fourth quarter, the Nuggets surged ahead briefly with a pivotal 14-2 run, spearheaded by Jamal Murray’s eight points. However, Dončić’s heroics dashed their hopes as he knotted the game with his long-range shot. Moments later, after a missed attempt by Murray, Irving seized the moment with his unforgettable game-winner, sealing the Mavericks’ narrow victory.
Murray led the charge for the Nuggets with 23 points and seven assists, closely followed by Michael Porter Jr., who contributed 20 points and seven rebounds. Nikola Jokic also made his presence felt with 16 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists. Despite the loss, the Nuggets maintain an impressive 47-21 record, having won five consecutive games leading up to Sunday’s matchup.
Dončić was the driving force for the Mavericks, showcasing his brilliance with 37 points, nine rebounds, and three assists. Irving provided invaluable support with 24 points, nine assists, and seven rebounds, while Dereck Lively II made a significant impact off the bench with 14 points and eight rebounds.
With this win, the Mavericks extend their recent run of success, securing victories in five of their last six games. Currently holding a 39-29 record, they occupy the seventh spot in the competitive Western Conference standings, trailing closely behind the Sacramento Kings.
