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Mavs Donuts: Luka Returns, DeMar DeRozan Hits Two Straight Game-Winners

Here's a look at 12 of the NBA's biggest storylines for today, including what's going on with the Dallas Mavericks.

Jeremy Brener

Here's a look at 12 of the NBA's biggest storylines for today, including what's going on with the Dallas Mavericks.

DONUT 1: MAVS ROLL OVER THUNDER

Luka Doncic made his return from health & safety protocols as he led the Mavs to a 95-86 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. Check out our recap here.

DONUT 2: GIDDEY THE YOUNGEST TO RECORD TRIPLE-DOUBLE

Despite the loss, Thunder rookie Josh Giddey became the youngest player in NBA history to record a triple-double at 19 years and 84 days. He scored 17 points to go with 13 rebounds and 14 assists.

DONUT 3: MAVS ENDED 2021 WITH A WIN

In case you spent the whole week partying, here is a look back at the Mavs' win Friday night over the Sacramento Kings.

DONUT 4: A FULL LOOK BACK AT 2021

And in case you were partying for the whole year, or you just want to take a trip down memory lane, here's a look at 21 of the top DFW sports stories of the year from Richie Whitt.

DONUT 5: PINSON AND CHRISS STICK ON

The Mavs opted to sign Theo Pinson and Marquese Chriss to second 10-day deals after performing well during the duration of their first contract. Chriss led the Mavs with 15 points and seven rebounds in just 14 minutes of play against the Thunder on Sunday night.

DONUT 6: ON THIS DAY, 2021

Stephen Curry scored a career-high 62 points in a 137-122 win against the Portland Trail Blazers. He shot 18 for 31 from the floor and made 8 of 16 shots from deep.

DONUT 7: ROCKET EXPLOSION

During a loss to the Denver Nuggets Friday night, an argument took place in the Houston Rockets' locker room that resulted in Kevin Porter Jr. leaving the arena midgame and Christian Wood refusing to sub in during the second half.

DONUT 8: BROWN 50-BURGER

Boston Celtics wing Jaylen Brown scored a career-high 50 points on 19 of 29 shooting in a 116-111 overtime win over the Orlando Magic. Brown also made five triples and grabbed 11 rebounds.

DONUT 9: ANYONE WANT A JALEN SMITH POSTER?

Check out what second-year Phoenix Suns center Jalen Smith did Sunday against the Charlotte Hornets:

DONUT 10: SO CLOSE YET SO FAR

Miami Heat wing Jimmy Butler had his game-tying attempt bounce off the rim in a 115-113 loss to the Sacramento Kings.

DONUT 11: START THE YEAR JUST HOW YOU ENDED LAST YEAR

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan hit a game-winner on New Year's Eve against the Indiana Pacers. Then, just over 24 hours later, hit another game-winner against the Washington Wizards. It's a shame that the Mavs weren't able to land DeRozan in the offseason. He would've been an excellent fit next to Doncic and in Kidd's system.

DONUT 12: UP NEXT

The Mavericks are back at it again tonight in the second game of a back-to-back, this time at home against Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. Tipoff is set for 7:30 p.m. CT.

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Jeremy Brener
JEREMY BRENER

Jeremy Brener is an editor, writer and social media manager for several Fan Nation websites. His work has also been featured in 247 Sports and SB Nation as a writer and podcaster. Brener has been with Fan Nation since 2021. Brener grew up in Houston, going to Astros, Rockets and Texans games as a kid. He moved to Orlando in 2016 to go to college and pursue a degree. He hosts "The Dream Take" podcast covering the Rockets, which has produced over 350 episodes since March 2020. Brener graduated in May 2020 from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism minoring in Sport Business Management. While at UCF, Brener worked for the school's newspaper NSM.today and "Hitting the Field," a student-run sports talk show and network. He was the executive producer for "Hitting the Field" from 2019-20. During his professional career, Brener has covered a number of major sporting events including the Pro Bowl, March Madness and several NBA and NFL games. As a fan, Brener has been to the 2005 World Series, 2010 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 NCAA National Championship between the Villanova Wildcats and North Carolina Tar Heels. Now, Brener still resides in the Central Florida area and enjoys writing, watching TV, hanging out with friends and going to the gym. Brener can be followed on Twitter @JeremyBrener. For more inquiries, please email jeremybrenerchs@gmail.com.

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