DALLAS — Maybe the Mavericks just needed some extra time to transition from early Christmas morning celebrations with their family and the team’s pregame Secret Santa exchange.
Perhaps Luka Doncic also had to break in his new Luka 1 colorway, those sky blue and gold Jordan Brand shoes that looked especially wintery and festive during Dallas’ first home Christmas showcase since 2011.
Regardless, the Mavericks settled in Sunday afternoon to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 124-115 and provide a third-quarter burst of cheer for all in American Airlines Center — except LeBron James’ crew — who celebrated a historic holiday showcase on and off the court.
