Mavericks: Luka Doncic buzzer-beater named one of best finishes of the restart

Dallas Mavericks: Luka Doncic buzzer-beater named one of the best finishes of the restart

The Dallas Mavericks were massive underdogs heading into their first-round playoff series against the Clippers. LA had won all three regular-season meetings, but they did not have Luka Doncic. The Mavs superstar shined in his first NBA playoff experience.

Doncic set a new record by dropping 42 points in his postseason debut, but a late rally saw the Clippers take Game 1. Dallas dominated Game 2, despite Luka dealing with foul trouble. LA grabbed the lead in the series as the Mavericks superstar injured his ankle in Game 3. Fans thought it may be over for Dallas as Doncic was questionable to play heading into Game 4.

Instead, it turned into one of the best games of the entire 2020 playoffs. Let us take a look back at that contest including the incredible ending.

Luka Doncic sinks game-winner as Dallas Mavericks knot playoff series vs. Clippers

The NBA celebrated the best finishes from the Walt Disney World restart on Thursday. They posted this clip from Game 4 of Mavs versus Clippers.

Fans forget the Mavericks fell behind by 21 points in the second quarter, and it looked like LA may run away with the game and the series. Luka would not be denied, though. He played nearly the entire second half and overtime. Doncic hit multiple key shots to keep Dallas in the game. He finished with a 43-point triple-double including the shot Mavericks fans will never forget.

Fans can see all of the best finishes from the restart below.

It was the first of many playoff experiences for Luka Doncic. The Dallas Mavericks are primed to improve next season. Expect the front office to add a few pieces as Doncic continues to expand his game. No team is looking forward to facing Dallas in 2021. Fans are not going to want to miss a second of the action.