Dallas Mavericks: Luka Doncic struggles in road loss to Raptors

Luka Doncic struggles in second half as Dallas Mavericks fall to Raptors

Doncic found Kristaps Porzingis for back-to-back dunks early in the third quarter. See both plays here.

Luka was not taking over and scoring on Monday night. He played all 12 minutes in the third but netted just five points. Doncic had 14 points, seven rebounds, and eight assists entering the fourth quarter, but the Mavericks trailed by nine.

Luka returned with 8:08 left in the final period as Toronto ballooned the lead to 15 points. Doncic could not bring the Mavs back. They were blown out on the second of a back-to-back as the Raptors had a strong game plan against Luka. The 21-year-old superstar still managed to produce 15 points, seven rebounds, nine assists, but he was just four of 11 shooting from the field.

The Mavericks have now lost three straight games, but they will not have to wait long for the chance to get back on track. Luka Doncic and his team travel to Indiana to face the Pacers on Wednesday night. The Mavs are hoping to get healthy and pick up a difficult road win. Expect a monster game from Doncic on Jan. 20. Do not miss it.