Luka Dončić 'NBA Finals Debut' Dallas Mavericks 2024 NBA Finals Game Worn City Edition Jersey | Game 1 | Double-Double

This away ‘City Edition’ jersey was worn in the 1st half by Luka Dončić on June 6, 2024 during Game 1 of the NBA Finals when the Dallas Mavericks played the Boston Celtics.

Throughout his young career, Luka Dončić always seems to raise his level of play when the lights are the brightest. In his first NBA Finals appearance, Luka led the way in scoring for the Mavericks, recording a double-double and putting up 30 points against the Celtics defense. He also grabbed a team-high 10 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals.

Luka showcased his ability to score from all over the floor, hitting shots in the mid-range, from beyond the arc and at the rim. One highlight came early in the 1st quarter as the Celtics tried to double-team him. Luka split the double team, drove through the paint and hung in the air avoiding 3 defenders as he rolled in a layup. Despite putting on a scoring clinic, Luka and the Mavericks could not overcome big performances from Jaylen Brown and Kristaps Porzingis. The Mavericks went on to lose to the Celtics, 107-89.

Going Deeper | Luka Dončić

Luka Dončić is popularly referred to as ‘Luka Magic’ for a reason. Dončić has led the Dallas Mavericks to the playoffs the last three seasons including an appearance in the 2022 Western Conference Finals. He made his senior debut with Spanish club Real Madrid in 2015 at only 16 years of age. Before long he became the best player in Europe, leading Real Madrid to a EuroLeague title in 2018 and earning EuroLeague MVP honors. 

The Dallas Mavericks traded for Dončić after he was selected with the 3rd overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft. Though some questioned if his game would translate to the NBA, Dončić left no doubt during an explosive rookie season that saw him average 21.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 6 assists and win the 2018-19 Rookie of the Year award. 

He improved his production over the next three seasons, all of which culminated in 1st Team All-NBA selections. His incredible talent and poise as such a young player has put the entire league on notice for what is shaping up to be a legendary career. 

Dončić is a 5-time NBA All-Star and has been named to the All-NBA 1st Team 5 times. Additionally, he is the 2024 Western Conference Finals MVP and 2023-2024 scoring champ.