Klay Thompson’s throwback performance against the Boston Celtics went viral for all the right reasons. On Thursday, the Dallas Mavericks secured a 127-120 victory, with Thompson playing a crucial role. In a game that wasn’t as close as the score suggested, Thompson scored 23 of his 25 points in the first half, hitting 10 of his first 13 shots. His performance set the tone for the Mavericks, who have shown they can compete against top teams, even without their new star, Anthony Davis.
The Celtics struggled to stop the Mavericks’ explosive and unpredictable offense, which included a strong bench contribution from Naji Marshall, Spencer Dinwiddie, and Max Christie, totaling 57 points. Kyrie Irving added 19 points and four steals in a game that saw the Celtics mount several comebacks, but the Mavericks responded with clutch shots from multiple players.
With this win, Dallas improves to 27-25 and sits eighth in the Western Conference. With 30 games remaining, the Mavericks have a chance to climb in the standings. Their strength of schedule is ranked 14th overall, providing an opportunity for a strong finish.
This victory serves as a statement for a team with several dangerous players. The Mavericks are eyeing their second championship, and with the Western Conference being deep yet young, they could make a strong push in the postseason. However, building chemistry with the new core is essential, and if Thompson continues playing like he did, Dallas could be a formidable force in the future.
