Dallas Reduces Series Deficit To 3 1

Mavericks Force Game 5 Tuesday Night After Luka Dončić's 33-Point Performance

Dallas Reduces Series Deficit to 3-1

Led by Luka Dončić's 33 points, 11 rebounds, eight assists, and four steals, the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-109 in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals on Monday night. The victory reduces Dallas's series deficit to 3-1, forcing a Game 5 on Tuesday night in Minneapolis. Dončić's dominant performance, which included a 30-point triple-double, was instrumental in the Mavericks' win. The Slovenian superstar was efficient from the field, shooting 12-of-24, and was a force on the defensive end, recording four steals.

Dončić Continues to Shine

Dončić has been the driving force behind the Mavericks' success in the playoffs, averaging 32.7 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game. His ability to score in bunches and create for his teammates has made him one of the most dangerous players in the league. In Game 4, Dončić was particularly effective in the second half, scoring 19 points and dishing out seven assists to lead the Mavericks' comeback. With Dončić playing at this level, the Mavericks have a chance to extend the series and force a Game 6 back in Dallas.

Mavericks Face Long Odds

Despite their Game 4 victory, the Mavericks still face long odds to overcome their 3-0 series deficit. Only one team in NBA history has ever come back from a 3-0 deficit to win a series, the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers. The Mavericks will need to win three straight games against a talented Timberwolves team to keep their season alive. However, if Dončić continues to play at a high level and the Mavericks can get some help from their supporting cast, they have a chance to make history.

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