Dallas Mavericks
Taking the chance on Luka Doncic
Many were nervous about placing their franchise’s future in the hands of one Luka Doncic, but not the Dallas Mavericks. They took the chance on arguably the best overseas prospect in the history of the NBA Draft, and it’s paid off through the first month of the season.
Barring some big drop-off over the next few months, Doncic will likely win the NBA’s Rookie of the Year award. He’s been the most consistent and explosive rookie through the first month of the season.
Doncic is averaging 19 points, seven rebounds and four assists on 45 percent from the field and 38 percent from 3-point range. The Mavericks have to love where they are at this point in their rebuild, in large part to Doncic.