Donovan Mitchell, Luka Doncic
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It’s an exciting time for NBA fans. His week-long performances by some of the greatest players on the planet are a case in point.
From a 71-point explosion to a monster triple-double, it’s no surprise that we rank the top five best individual performances of the week.
5. Klay Thompson’s Shooting Clinic
Stats: 54 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists
The Golden State Warriors faced the Atlanta Hawks inside the Chase Center Monday night, and Warriors sniper Klay Thompson explained why he’s still one of the best shooters in the league while scoring 54 points. reminded the world.
The 6-foot-6 guard, without his “splash brother” Stephen Curry on the evening, gave the ultimate go-ahead during the contest, taking 39 shots and making 21 of them. Thompson sizzled over the arc and hit 10 3-pointers against the Hawks as the Dubs won in double overtime.
4. Giannis Career Night
Stats line: 55 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists
Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo swept the Washington Wizards with a career-high 55 points on Tuesday night.
The two-time MVP added 10 rebounds and seven assists as the Bucks momentarily stabilized a rocky ship in front of the local crowd.
In doing so, Giannis joined Wilt Chamberlain, Elgin Baylor and Russell Westbrook as the only player in NBA history to record three consecutive performances of 40 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists.
3. LeBron’s birthday party
Stats line: 47 points, 10 rebounds, 9 assists
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On his 38th birthday, LeBron James basked in a spring of youth against the Atlanta Hawks, scoring 47 points and nine assists to win purple and gold.
Serving birthday cakes instead of buckets, the “Kings” went 27-18 from the field and 6-4 from the three-point land to lead an empty team without star Big Anthony Davis.
Most importantly, his efforts led to victory for a desperate Lakers team looking to turn their season around.
2. Luca magic
Stat lines: 60 points, 21 rebounds, 10 assists
The Dallas Mavericks stole a point against the New York Knicks inside the American Airlines Center thanks to the genius of European star Luka Doncic.
The Knicks were trailing by nine points with 33 seconds remaining, but the Mavs rallied back, led by a franchise cornerstone. Doncic intentionally missed his throw and took his own rebound, with the Mavericks two down on him, tying the game at putback and sending the contest into overtime.
His personal onslaught continued into overtime, posting a staggering 60-point triple-double and nearly destroying the NBA’s Twitter. Additionally, his efforts made him the first player in NBA history to record 60 points and 20 rebounds in a single performance.
He claimed he was exhausted after playing all but 12 seconds of the second half and needed a recovery beer after the game, and who can blame him?
1. Donovan Mitchell Runs Away
Stats line: 71 points, 8 rebounds, 11 assists
Taking the number one spot was Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell, who nucleated against the Chicago Bulls in overtime wins Monday night.
Dynamic Guard scored an incredible 71 points on the night. It was a frankly incredible performance that unfolded in real time.
Like Doncic, Mitchell intentionally missed a free throw, sank a putback, and sent the game into overtime. Likewise, he dominated extra time, taking wine and gold up to his 24th win of the campaign.
Mitchell also flirted with a triple-double, recording eight rebounds and 11 assists. and broke many records.
