Kyrie Irving disclosed Luka Doncic’s remarkable scoring skills during an intense Mavericks practice session where Doncic tallied 24 points in just three minutes. Irving highlighted Doncic’s unwavering dominance and their enduring bond, even post Doncic’s move to the Los Angeles Lakers. Irving appreciates the valuable insights gained from Doncic and other NBA luminaries in his career.
When Luka Doncic is in the zone, the spectacle is truly awe-inspiring. Kyrie Irving, his former teammate at Dallas Mavericks, bore witness to this firsthand, not only during official NBA matches. During a recent Twitch broadcast, Irving reminisced about Doncic delivering a jaw-dropping 24-point surge in merely three minutes during a Mavericks practice, reinstating how formidable Luka can be with the ball in his possession.
The on-court brilliance of Luka Doncic has always been beyond doubt. The Slovenian prodigy has had numerous scoring eruptions over his six-and-a-half-year tenure with the Dallas Mavericks. But what occurs during those behind-closed-doors training sessions? According to Kyrie Irving, some of Luka’s most astounding moments never made it to the grand stage of the court under the glaring lights.
Speaking on TheTylilShow on Twitch, Irving shared a remarkable incident that ignited Mavericks fans, stating, ‘I saw him drop 24 points in three minutes.’ He emphasized that Luka could rack up monumental numbers on any given day. In practice, he scored 60, 18, 18 against Irving. This was not an isolated event. As per Kyrie, Doncic’s intensity in practice often paralleled his explosiveness during actual games. He was a force to be reckoned with. Naturally, fans tried to speculate on the player who bore the brunt of that 24-point explosion, with some jokingly implicating former Maverick Grant Williams, who left behind a divisive legacy in Dallas.
Nevertheless, only the team truly knows the specifics. What is evident, though, is the profound connection between Irving and Doncic, a bond that was exceptional even if momentarily fleeting. Their chemistry both on and off the court was palpable. They affectionately called each other ‘hermano,’ Spanish for brother. This endearing moniker mirrored a genuine rapport that was cut short, especially after the surprising in-season trade that moved Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis.
Kyrie Irving Values Insights from Former Teammates
Despite the premature end to their partnership, Irving continues to speak highly of Doncic and numerous other colleagues he has crossed paths with throughout his career. ‘Each of them brings a unique perspective to the table, but collectively they all fueled my growth,’ shared Kyrie.
Reflecting on the legendary figures who have influenced him, Irving acknowledged, ‘Bron, KD, J-Kidd, Vince Carter, Tim Duncan, Reggie Miller, Hakeem Olajuwon— these are just a few that come to mind… I never take their mentorship for granted.’
