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The Dudes: Luka and Kyrie Combined for 66 Points And Take 3-0 Series Lead Over Timberwolves
The Timberwolves, who have been known for their swarming defense throughout the season, had to deal with the Mavs version of swarming defense late in the 4th quarter, which helped open up the game and seal the victory for Dallas.
May 26, 2024
You know, it's the dude; in this case, it was once again not just one dude but two that did in the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 3 of the Western Conference finals.
Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving had another strong outing together, combining for 66 points in the win. They helped spark a 14-1 run in the fourth quarter to seal the nine-point victory. Irving hit a crucial contested corner three-pointer during that run, essentially ending the Minnesota Timberwolves' night.
Dončić and the Dallas Mavericks, after shutting down Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves early, held on to claim a 116-107 win in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals. This victory gives the Mavericks a 3-0 lead in the series, putting them just one game away from their first NBA Finals berth since 2011.
Anthony Edwards sparked the Timberwolves in the third quarter with a spectacular dunk and ended the game with 26 points, but he only scored 4 points in the 4th quarter.
The Timberwolves, who have been known for their swarming defense throughout the season, had to deal with the Mavs version of swarming defense late in the 4th quarter, which helped open up the game and seal the victory for Dallas.
In the history of the NBA playoffs, no team has ever come back from a 0-3 series deficit. The current record is 194 to 0.
Up next is Game 4 on Tuesday night in Dallas.
