Mavs Steal Home-Court Advantage with Game 1 Victory
Take Dat Wit You Podcast Discusses Thrilling Playoff Start
The Dallas Mavericks kicked off their playoff run with a resounding Game 1 victory over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night. The win gives the Mavs a crucial home-court advantage as the series shifts to Salt Lake City.
Stars Shine in Mavs' Triumph
Luka Dončić led the way for Dallas with 30 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists. Kristaps Porzingis added 25 points and 11 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson chipped in with 19 points. The Mavs' offense was clicking on all cylinders, shooting 52% from the field and 40% from three-point range.
Jazz Struggle to Keep Pace
The Jazz, meanwhile, struggled to match the Mavericks' intensity. Donovan Mitchell led the team with 25 points, but he shot just 8-of-20 from the field. Rudy Gobert added 10 points and 12 rebounds, but he was largely ineffective against the Mavs' smaller lineup.
Mavs Take Dat to Salt Lake
With the victory, the Mavericks take a 1-0 lead in the series. The Jazz will host Game 2 on Monday night in Salt Lake City. The Mavs will need to continue their strong play on the road if they want to take a commanding lead in the series.
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