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Oct 28, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) celebrates making a three point shot against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

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Oct 28, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) celebrates making a three point shot against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
In a battle for the NBA finals, the Dallas Mavericks invite the Golden State Warriors into their house. In an attempt to get back into the series, Dallas will use the home support to full use. However, faced with one of the best teams this season, they have a tough job ahead. But it seems Luka Doncic is not scared. The NBA All-Star left Twitter in shock after hitting Stephen Curry’s shimmy following an emphatic buzzer-beater to end the first quarter.
The WCF has been an absolute treat for the NBA fanbase. The Mavs and Warriors have got the best out of each other. At the end of it all, the Bay Area team has the upper hand, winning both the games at home. After their embarrassing loss in Game 2, the Mavericks are surely fired up to take a step towards the finals. And Doncic is undoubtedly bringing in the energy.

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Feb 6, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) and Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) in action during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Golden State Warriors at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
He fired up the Dallas crowd after hitting a buzzer-beater to end action in the first quarter.
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Luka Doncic hits the Warriors with a shimmy
With the Warriors taking a leap in the first quarter, the Mavericks needed a desperate bucket. Likewise, the ball came into the hands of their 23-year-old superstar, Luka Doncic. Rallying with the cheers of the crowd, he stepped into a near half-court shot to beat the buzzer and hit a show-stopping triple over Stephen Curry to end the half. Doncic even gave it to the Warriors as he hit Curry’s signature shimmy after his bucket.
Looking at this, NBA Twitter was enjoying the competitive spirit. However, they warned Doncic for sparking a fire in Curry. And so far, the two-point guards are going toe to toe once again.
Love luka 😂 but probably shouldn’t have done this…. https://t.co/9lmRNDUSXB pic.twitter.com/EqFyF3jtob
— Eric Preston (@P_Townnn) May 23, 2022
Pay that camera man 🗣 he cold for getting curry in that shimmy angle https://t.co/7zSKrIjsfx
— Yaan Yaan 💭 (@NeutronNoJimmy) May 23, 2022
Don’t dish it if you can’t take it… love this from Luka https://t.co/wLHW2OLnJG
— Justin Kim (@justinkimdc) May 23, 2022
It will not end well https://t.co/DMVKDESiS2
— L l o y d (@LloydSlimm) May 23, 2022
Steph gotta hit em with the sweep after this https://t.co/jqnBOxVGz9
— Trey (@TA1297) May 23, 2022
Sweep. Mavs won’t see another conference finals https://t.co/oXNsZeW0QP
— RIP MAMA💙🕊 (@__liwne) May 23, 2022
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The Golden State Warriors currently hold a one-point advantage at the half. The scoreline reads 48-47, with Steph leading the way. The 2 time MVP has gathered 16 points, 4 rebounds, and 5 assists already. In addition, he is shooting the ball efficiently as well. Fellow All-Star Andrew Wiggins has also been aggressive, scoring 13 points to go with 6 rebounds. These two have been the main engine for the 6-time champions so far.
On the other hand, Luka Doncic has struggled to find his rhythm in the first half. While he is leading the scoring with 15 points and 7 rebounds, Doncic has shot at just 33%. Spencer Dinwiddie is coming alive outscoring the Warriors bench all by himself. The former Nets star has accumulated 11 points. Jalen Brunson continues to be of great help in these playoffs scoring 12 points on efficient shooting splits.
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It is clear the Mavericks need to do a better job at making plays. So far, their best playmaker, Doncic, has got only one assist. Moreover, their shooters are having an off night. Bullock is yet to make a three in his 5 attempts while Finney-Smith has cashed in just one. With the crowd in their favor, do you think the Mavs can turn this game around to beat the Warriors? Let us know in the comments below.
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