Dec 1, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts to a referee after a no call as teammate MavericksÕ center Daniel Gafford (21) follows in a game against the Portland Trail Blazers in the first half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

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NBA Daily Recap, December 1 – Luka Doncic shines in return, Cavaliers stun Celtics and more

It was a NBA-packed Sunday night for sports fans.

It was a super Sunday in the NBA as 10 games delivered thrilling action and standout performances. Luka Doncic marked his return from injury in style, leading the Dallas Mavericks to their ninth win in 10 Meanwhile, LeBron James, who had a quiet last couple of games was back to his best, leading the Lakers to a nail-biting victory over Jazz.

James Harden, who recently jumped to the second spot in all-time 3-pointers list, marked another milestone in the Clippers’ solid win.

Take a look at how Sunday’s NBA game night unfolded:

Cavaliers 115 – 111 Celtics

The Cleveland Cavaliers continue to shine as they got their revenge win over the Boston Celtics on Sunday. Donovan Mitchell was the star for the Cavaliers, totaling 35 points.

Cavaliers were trailing by 12 points when Mitchell erupted in the fourth quarter, scoring 20 points, including four clutch 3-pointers.

Clippers 126 – 122 Nuggets

It was a special night for James Harden who entered the 3000 career 3-pointers club with an incredible performance against the Denver Nuggets. Harden hit the milestone in the first half when he hit three 3s in the first half. He scored three more in the second half while leading the Clippers with 39 points.

James Harden COOKED on his HISTORIC night…

39 PTS | 11 AST | 9 REB | 6 3PM | W@JHarden13 joined Steph Curry as the only players in NBA history with 3k 3PM! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/iYEqX9GY3y
— NBA (@NBA) December 2, 2024

Jazz 104 – 105 Lakers

An injury-riddled Los Angeles Lakers managed to secure a thrilling win over Utah Jazz courtesy of Anthony Davis LeBron James’ show. Davis scored 33 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, while LeBron James added 27 points and 14 assists to set up their 11th win of the season.

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Trail Blazers 131 – 137 Mavericks

Luka Doncic announced his return from injury in style as he powered the Dallas Mavericks to a 137-131 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. Doncic, who missed the previous five games with a wrist injury, scored 36 points, 7 rebounds, and 13 assists as the Mavericks registered their eighth victory in the past nine games.

Other Results:

Nets 92-100 Magic

Grizzlies 136 – 121 Pacers

Raptors 119 – 116 Heat

Rockets 119 – 116 Thunder

Knicks 118 – Pelicans 85

Kings 125 – 127 Spurs

Image Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

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