The Dallas Mavericks snatched a win away from the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night, as Anthony Davis hit a runner in the final seconds for the 120-118 victory. It was Davis' best game as a Maverick, as he finished with 34 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 blocks.
His game-winner was no walk in the park either. It was a difficult shot leaning to his left over a contest by Atlanta's Onyeka Okongwu. After the game, Davis broke down his clutch game-winner.
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Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis
Apr 2, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Anthony Davis (3) reacts after scoring against the Atlanta Hawks during the third quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images / Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
"Coach [Jason] Kidd drew up a play for me to head to the left side of the floor, which I like to get to," Davis said to the media in the locker room after the game. "It was open, the left side was open, I beat my man and shot a shot that I’ve been shooting for a long time."
ANTHONY DAVIS WINS IT FOR DALLAS IN THE FINAL SECONDS 🚨🚨
HITS THE FLOATER OVER TOUGH COVERAGE TO SECURE IT!! pic.twitter.com/vCvDYXg2oV
— NBA (@NBA) April 3, 2025
It was a tumultuous game for Davis, as he caught a stray elbow from teammate Daniel Gafford in the first quarter, forcing him to go back to the locker room. He returned with a heavy bandage over his eye, and Dallas needed every point, rebound, and block that Davis gave them. Atlanta decided not to double-team him like most teams have recently, and Davis made them pay for it, especially at the end with his game-winner.
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