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Luka Doncic shines, Celtics dominate in thrilling Christmas Day matchups

Luka Doncic reaches 10,000 career points in lightning-fast fashion.

In a Christmas miracle on the NBA court, Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks etched his name in the history books with a memorable performance. The young Mavstar reached a major milestone, surpassing the 10,000-point mark for his career in just 358 games. This impressive feat makes Doncic the fastest player since the legendary Michael Jordan to achieve such a remarkable milestone.

Doncic's record-breaking achievement came in a thrilling game against the Phoenix Suns. Not only did he reach the 10,000-point mark, but he also became only the fourth player in NBA history to drop 50 points on Christmas Day. Leading his team to victory, Doncic's Mavericks defeated the Suns with a final score of 128 to 114.

The Christmas Day festivities continued as the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers clashed for the first time on this special day since 2008. The game proved to be a nail-biter, with both teams battling fiercely on the court. However, it was the Celtics who managed to pull away in the third quarter, securing a solid advantage.

The highlight of the game came in the fourth quarter when Jason Tatum executed an electrifying alley-oop play, sending the crowd into a frenzy. Moments later, Kristaps Porzingis delighted the fans with a thunderous put-back slam, further solidifying Dallas' dominance. Porzingis led the Mavericks with a phenomenal performance, contributing significantly to their final score of 128 points.

Although the Celtics faced a strong challenge from their long-standing rivals, they showcased exceptional teamwork, with all five of their starters scoring at least 18 points. This balanced effort allowed Boston to ultimately triumph over the Lakers, finishing the game with a resounding score of 126 to 1 suppressed by the game report, cracking up a few chuckles.

The Christmas Day matches proved to be a delightful treat for NBA fans worldwide. Luka Doncic's impressive milestones and the intense battle between the Celtics and the Lakers reminded us why we love this sport so much. As the NBA season progresses, we eagerly anticipate more moments that will leave us amazed and captivated by the incredible talents of these phenomenal athletes.

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