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Chiney Ogwumike Says Luka Doncic Isn’t A Selfish Player After Game-Winning Pass Against The Nuggets

WNBA Star and ESPN analyst Chiney Ogwumike showed tape proving that Luka DOncic isn't the selfish player he's made out to be.

Ishaan Bhattacharya
Dec 8, 2022
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Luka Doncic is emerging as one of the biggest stars in the league and arguably the best player right now. While there are very valid arguments to be had between Luka, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Jayson Tatum for MVP this season, Luka has a worse supporting cast around him and is overachieving with them.

On a rough scoring night against the Denver Nuggets, Luka put on a playmaking clinic to ensure that he was getting teammates like Tim Hardaway Jr. and Dorian Finney-Smith open shots. They converted a bunch of them, including DFS making a game-winning 3, which Luka created with a behind-the-back pass after being doubled by the Nuggets.

Chiney Oguwimke broke down the final play of that game and emphasized that Luka shouldn’t be criticized for his usage rate because he trusts his teammates to take a game-winner. Just like he trusted Finney-Smith to seal the win against Denver.

Coaches always say, “take what the defense is giving you!” Luka did exactly that, trusted in his teammates and it paid off. pic.twitter.com/IZLtdjB6bi

— Chiney Ogwumike (@chiney) December 7, 2022

“What helped Dallas win the game last night was not his scoring, but his passing… Beautiful behind-the-back dime by Luka and by the time he made that pass, Luka forced a 3-on-2. What this shows is that Luka will not only take the big shots but he’s also willing to trust in his teammates by baiting other defences, beautiful behind-the-back dime, and then win the game.”

Luka’s teammates have been making their shots consistently over the last 3-game stretch that has seen the Mavs win all their games. But is the success sustainable without the Mavs making a move?


Is Luka Doncic Going To Trust His Teammates More Often?

Mavs fans have been worried about Luka wanting to leave when the team was on a 4-game losing streak last month. The inability of Luka’s teammates to hit shots put a massive load on him, as he was putting up monster stat lines in losses and then being blamed for it as well. Luka is one of the most willing passers in the NBA when he has a genuine second star that can lead them to success.

Luka trusted Jalen Brunson throughout the playoffs and last night trusted DFS to make the game-winner. We’ve seen Luka pass buzzer-beaters to Spencer Dinwiddie against Brooklyn and Boston last season as well. Doncic does what’s best for the team and the Nuggets’ win is a shining example of that.

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, Yahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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