Luka Doncic is struggling to close out games in the NBA Finals, facing significant difficulties in the crucial fourth quarter.
In his first NBA Finals appearance, Luka Doncic, the 2023-24 NBA scoring leader, is grappling with an 0-3 series deficit against the Boston Celtics. Despite his stellar performances leading up to this point, the Mavericks appear outmatched, with Doncic unable to replicate the heroics that propelled his team through earlier rounds. His fourth-quarter struggles have been particularly pronounced, painting a concerning picture.
Doncic has managed just eight points in the fourth quarters across the first three games, shooting a dismal 3-15 from the field, which equates to a mere 20%. He has yet to make a three-pointer and is 2-4 on free throws. Although his plus-minus of +6 indicates he has a positive impact on the court, his scoring woes have hindered the team’s ability to clinch crucial moments.
Averaging 29.7 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 6.0 assists in the Finals, Doncic’s Game 3 performance was notably poor. His constant complaints and lackluster defense proved detrimental, culminating in him fouling out with four minutes remaining in the fourth quarter.
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