Kofi Inkoom
Luka Doncic won the Western Conference Finals MVP title, edging out his backcourt partner Kyrie Irving, a nine-time All-Star. Doncic, standing at 6’8″, played a pivotal role in leading his team to victory over the Timberwolves in five games.
In the decisive Game 5, he showcased his brilliance with a stellar performance, scoring 36 points, including a remarkable 20 points in the first quarter alone.
Adding to his impressive stat line, Doncic grabbed 10 rebounds, dished out five assists, and made a significant defensive impact with a steal, all while maintaining a remarkable +22 plus-minus rating. Irving also contributed 36 points in the game.
This victory marks Dallas’s first appearance in the NBA Finals since 2011. Throughout the playoffs leading up to the clinching win, Doncic displayed his All-NBA caliber skills, averaging 28.3 points per game with solid shooting efficiency. He also made significant contributions in rebounding, assists, steals, and blocks, showcasing his versatility on both ends of the court.
Despite being the lower seed in each postseason matchup, Dallas, with Doncic and Irving leading the charge, managed to overcome the odds, defeating higher-seeded teams like the Clippers and the Thunder in six games each before dispatching the Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals.
The Mavs will play the Boston Celtics in the NBA finals, scheduled to start June 6th.