Key Points
  • Gregg Popovich, iconic NBA coach, highlighted Luka Doncic's threat to defenses before the Dallas Mavericks faced the San Antonio Spurs.
  • Doncic recorded 39 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists in the 144-119 victory over the Spurs.
  • Popovich emphasized Doncic's rare combination of attributes, including his incredible basketball IQ and precise pace and footwork on drives.
  • Popovich expressed his amazement at Doncic's consistency in performances and his impressive statistics, particularly against the San Antonio Spurs.
  • Doncic's averages against the Spurs include 29.6 points, 9.2 assists, and 8.5 rebounds in 17 performances against the in-state rival.
  • Popovich praised Doncic's ability to understand spatial relationships on the court and consistently perform at a high level, describing him as a "special young man."
  • Before the game, Doncic averaged 32.7 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 9.1 assists through 26 games.