Orlando Magic's coach Jamahl Mosely aimed to avoid provoking Luka Doncic ahead of their matchup. Doncic, however, found his rhythm, scoring 25 of his 32 points in the first half, leading the Dallas Mavericks to a decisive 108-85 victory over the Magic.

With the Magic missing their star player, Paolo Banchero, Doncic's performance included four three-pointers and a strong finish to the first quarter, showcasing his ability to dominate the game.