Dallas Mavericks break record that no one thought was possible

On Thursday, the Dallas Mavericks took on the Utah Jazz at home for a chance at winning seven of their last eight games. The Mavericks not only dominated Utah but set the record straight that they could be contenders in the Western Conference.

The 113-97 win over the Jazz set the bar high for what this team can accomplish going forward. Additionally, the Mavericks moved into sixth place in the West after the Sacramento Kings lost to the Washington Wizards. If Dallas can continue playing this level of basketball to close out the season, they could find themselves out of play-in contention.

Against Utah, Luka Doncic led the scoring charge with 34 points, which is a relief for many fans after his horrendous 6-27 shooting game against the Spurs. Doncic also recorded eight dimes and four steals in the winning effort.

Dallas Mavericks break record that no one thought was possible

Kyrie Irving also had an amazing game with just 16 points. He became an all-around point guard with his seven assists and even showcased his hops after slamming down a Doncic lob attempt.

With Dallas' massive win over the Jazz last night, they also broke a franchise record with dunks made in a single game. The previous record was blown out of the water after the Mavs recorded 18 dunks against the Jazz, and they even gained a new nickname in the process. The Lob City Mavericks.

They also broke the record for most dunks in a game this season. The previous record was held by the Los Angeles Lakers with 17 dunks in a win over the Jazz earlier this season. Dallas isn't traditionally known as a team that likes to live in the paint, which is why this recent trend has surprised fans.

It seemed everyone got a piece of the rim last night, and it was no different for Mavericks center Daniel Gafford. Gafford finished the night with 24 points and went 10-11 from the field. All ten of his made-field goals happened to be at the rim as well.

While Dallas has started to become an inside threat over the last month, this game became the cherry on top for those who enjoy watching high-flying dunks. Both P.J. Washington and Derrick Jones Jr. were living above the rim, catching any lob that came their way.

This was a record that no one would have ever thought the Mavericks could have broken before the season started, and they are establishing themselves as a team that lives above the rim. Layup lines are no longer boring, as watching this team before the game is like watching a dunk contest.

The Mavericks have now won three games in a row and will look to carry the momentum from this game into their Monday match against the Utah Jazz on the road. For more updates on Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, Daniel Gafford, and Dallas Mavericks basketball, stay plugged in.