Sat Nov 09 02:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Mavericks Dominate Bulls Behind Doncic’s 27 Points and 13 Assists
**Dallas, TX** – The Dallas Mavericks cruised to a 119-99 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night, fueled by a dominant performance from Luka Doncic. Doncic tallied 27 points and 13 assists, while Kyrie Irving added 17 points.
The Mavericks showcased their offensive firepower early on, outscoring the Bulls 22-9 in the first period. A 17-0 run highlighted by consecutive 3-pointers from Doncic, Klay Thompson, and Irving propelled Dallas to a comfortable lead.
The Mavericks continued their dominance in the second half, scoring the first 13 points and extending their lead to as many as 30 points. Daniel Gafford, playing a season-high 24 minutes, contributed 17 points to the winning effort.
The Bulls struggled to find their rhythm, shooting a dismal 28.6% from three-point range. Nikola Vucevic led the Bulls with 14 points and 10 rebounds but sat out the fourth quarter. Rookie Matas Buzelis impressed with 13 points and 9 rebounds, surpassing his previous season total of five points.
Despite missing key players like P.J. Washington and Dereck Lively II, the Mavericks dominated the paint, outscoring the Bulls 60-48.
The Bulls, who are currently in a three-game losing streak, will face the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday. The Mavericks will host the Phoenix Suns on Friday.
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