Luka Dončić’s Historic 60‑Point Triple‑Double Saves Mavericks in OT Thriller……..
DALLAS, Dec. 27, 2022 – In what might go down as one of the most electrifying single-game performances in NBA history, Luka Dončić achieved a breathtaking 60‑point, 21‑rebound, 10‑assist triple‑double on Tuesday night, spearheading a will‑to‑win Mavericks squad to a stunning 126‑121 overtime victory against the New York Knicks at American Airlines Center .
🔥 A Game for the Ages
Trailing by nine points with just 34 seconds remaining—an almost insurmountable deficit that no NBA team had ever overcome in that span—Dončić orchestrated an improbable comeback. The play of plays: he purposely missed a free throw, snagged the rebound, and put it back with one second left to send the game into overtime . The arena erupted, fans were sent into a frenzy, and Dončić danced across the court in pure elation at the buzzer.
From there, the reigning superstar had little trouble leading the Mavs to OT—and to a win that will echo throughout NBA history.
📊 Breaking Records & Setting Milestones
Career-high 60 points on 21-of-31 from the field and 16-of-22 at the line. His 67.7% shooting efficiency drew praise for its clinical dominance .
21 rebounds, eclipsing his previous high and marking a rare triple‑double dominion .
10 assists, along with two steals and a block, capped off his commanding influence across all facets .
Became the first player in NBA history to record a 60‑point, 20‑rebound, 10‑assist game .
Tied James Harden’s 60-point triple-double mark and joined Wilt Chamberlain and Elgin Baylor as the only players with 50+ points and 20+ rebounds in a triple‑double .
Broke Dirk Nowitzki’s Mavericks franchise scoring record (53 points), setting a new high-water mark .
🌪️ The Clutch Legacy
The sequence in the final minute of regulation cemented Dončić’s legacy. With Dallas down 115–106 and 4.2 seconds left, he hit the first free throw, missed the second intentionally, nabbed the rebound, and drained the game‑tying shot—all while hitting a historical wall of pressure .
This was monumental: NBA teams trailing by nine or more in the final 35 seconds were 0–13,884 before this night .
🗣️ Voices from the Night
Reflecting on the key free throws and put‑back, Dončić said:
> “I just threw it up, I was kind of lucky … We were down, we came back, this is an amazing feeling.”
Coach Jason Kidd added perspective:
> “To do something that’s never been done before, that’s hard to do… he was in that class [with Baylor and Wilt], and then he separated himself.”
Post-game, Dončić quipped:
> “I’m tired as hell. I need a recovery beer.
🧠 Bigger Picture & MVP Buzz
At just 23, Dončić had already racked up six previous 40‑point triple-doubles—tying LeBron for fifth all-time—but this one towered above all others . The performance propelled him into elite company, strengthening his MVP case by showcasing clutch, all-around dominance.
The Mavs also benefited—rising to 19–16 with a newfound swagger, thanks to the confidence that comes from rallying behind a transcendent star .
📈 Statistical Masterclass
Category Statistic
Field Goals 21‑of‑31 (67.7%)
Free Throws 16‑of‑22
Minutes Played 47 minutes
Points Generated Responsible for 85 of 126 points
He dominated pace and space, mixing savvy passing with relentless drives, and even with Dallas shooting just 28.3% from 3‑point range, the Mavericks still won—testifying to Dončić’s sheer all‑court takeover .
🏁 Final Word
Luka Dončić’s 60‑point, 21‑rebound, 10‑assist night wasn’t just another highlight—it was a seismic moment for the Mavericks and the NBA. He rewrote record books, mentally bulldozed through unimaginable odds, and stamped his name among the legendary echelon of the game. For Dallas, it revived playoff hope; for viewers, it was proof we’re witnessing something transcendent. At 23, with countless landmarks still ahead, this game will forever mark Dončić’s ascent to all-time greatness.
The que
stion now isn’t if he’ll do it again—but what he’ll redefine next.