One comment after the Mavericks’ gut-check 104-92 victory over Oklahoma City on Wednesday provided certifiable proof that Luka Donu010diu0107 was feeling better than he has for weeks.
He was campaigning for his spot on the NBA’s all-defense team next season.
Never mind the 31 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists. He was thrilled with his blocked shot on OKC’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with 55 seconds to go and the Mavericks ahead 99-90. That snuffed any faint hope the Thunder might have still had.
“Next year, all-NBA defensive team,” Luka said with a subtle grin after the game.