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Dallas Mavericks Edge Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1

Doncic and Irving Combine for 63 Points

Game Summary

The Dallas Mavericks took an early lead in their Western Conference semifinal series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, winning Game 1 108-105 on Monday night. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving led the way for the Mavericks, combining for 63 points. Doncic finished with 30 points, 15 rebounds, and 11 assists, while Irving added 33 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists.

The Mavericks led by as many as 17 points in the second half, but the Timberwolves rallied to cut the deficit to just one point with less than two minutes remaining. However, Doncic made a pair of free throws to put the Mavericks up by three, and Irving added another free throw to seal the victory.

Karl-Anthony Towns led the Timberwolves with 27 points and 13 rebounds, while Anthony Edwards added 25 points. D'Angelo Russell was also in double figures with 22 points.

Game 2 of the series will be played on Wednesday night in Dallas.

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