The Dallas Mavericks seemed to be heading toward a rough end to their 2024-25 season, especially after injuries sidelined both Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving. But with Davis finally back on the court, the team has found new life. After missing 18 games with an adductor strain sustained in his Mavericks debut, Davis returned to action on March 24 against the Brooklyn Nets—and he’s been a game-changer ever since.
Since his comeback, the Mavs have gone 4-2, pushing themselves up to the 9th seed in the Western Conference and building a 2.5-game lead over the 11th-place Phoenix Suns. But it was Davis’ latest outing against the Atlanta Hawks that really stole the spotlight.
In just 30 minutes, the 10-time All-Star delivered a dominant performance: 34 points on 14-of-24 shooting (including 2-of-4 from deep), 15 rebounds, five blocks, two assists, and a steal. According to StatMuse, he’s now the first player in Mavericks history to post at least 30 points, 15 rebounds, five blocks, and two three-pointers in a single game.
To top it off, Davis capped the night with a clutch game-winning shot—earning reactions from fans and players across the league. Among those celebrating his performance were Lakers fans, who still hold a deep appreciation for their former superstar.
