Mavs WATCH: Luka Dončić Owns Suns? Best Highlights vs. Phoenix
Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Dončić has established himself as an unsolvable problem for the Phoenix Suns throughout his career, consistently delivering stellar performances that highlight his dominance.
Throughout his career, Dončić has statistically scorched the Suns, both in regular-season matchups and crucial playoff games. His knack for dissecting defenses, scoring efficiently, and leading his team during clutch moments has solidified his reputation as a formidable force in this storied rivalry.
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Throughout his career, Dončić has averaged 27.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 7.6 assists per game against the Suns in the regular season, demonstrating his ability to dominate Phoenix across all facets of the game.
He was especially superior in his lone playoff series against the Suns. In the 2022 Western Conference Semifinals, Dončić averaged 32.6 points, 9.9 rebounds, and 7 assists per game. Dončić's performances include multiple standout games where he dominated Phoenix both offensively and defensively, often single-handedly keeping the Mavericks in contention.
However, when it comes to his games against the Suns, he is best remembered for going supernova in Game 7, guiding the Mavericks to a decisive 123-90 rout with a 35-point, 10-rebound performance. For added context of just how dominant Dončić was, he matched the Suns’ halftime point total (27) by himself.
Dončić's consistent dominance against the Phoenix Suns further emphasizes his status as a generational talent, marking him as a polarizing symbol in the history of this rivalry. His ability to deliver standout performances against Phoenix in both regular-season and playoff games not only enhances his own legacy, but also elevates the Mavericks' stature as a team you don’t want to infuriate.
At just 24 years old, Dončić has already established himself as a notable figure in this storied feud that goes back to the Dirk Nowitzki-Steve Nash days, generating excitement for the many future chapters in the Suns-Mavericks rivalry.
