Luka Doncic's Epic Play: The NBA Moment That Had Mark Cuban Jumping for Joy

Harper Quill

Updated Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

The NBA is known for its thrilling moments, but few compare to the recent play that has taken the internet by storm. Luka Doncic, the talented guard for the Dallas Mavericks, showcased why he is one of the most exciting players to watch. The play, which many are calling the "NBA Play of the Year," has fans and even team owners buzzing with excitement.

In the video, Luka demonstrates his incredible hustle and skill, reminiscent of the lyrics, "Every day I hustle like William." The play begins with a "disrespectful steal," as one fan described, followed by an impressive sequence that left viewers in awe. Doncic slid on the floor with the ball, a move that had some questioning its legality but undeniably added to the spectacle.

One of the standout moments was seeing Mark Cuban, the famous entrepreneur from "Shark Tank," in the audience. His exuberant reaction, cheering like a kid, captured the joy and excitement of the play. "Seeing Mark Cuban cheer like a kid is the best thing about the play," one user commented, highlighting the infectious enthusiasm Cuban has for his team.

The teamwork displayed by the Mavericks was another talking point among fans. "I know they're professional athletes, so they're already used to working together as a team, but that was still damn impressive," noted one viewer. The seamless coordination between players, especially the handoff from the steal, was likened to scenes from the anime "Slam Dunk."

Despite some fans' mixed feelings about Luka—"As a Thunder fan…I hate this guy so much. As an NBA fan…I hate him less"—the consensus was clear: Luka Doncic always delivers. His performance had fans asking for more, with requests to see the play in real-time instead of slow motion.

The play's culmination, with the ball swishing through the hoop, was a moment of pure satisfaction. "Was half-expecting the ball to *just* miss going through the hoop at the end... but was pleasantly surprised. D***** impressive," one fan remarked. The collective gasp and subsequent cheers from the audience encapsulated the magic of the moment.

Luka Doncic's incredible play has not only solidified his status as a top NBA player but also brought immense joy to fans and team owners alike. The combination of grit, grind, finesse, and a bit of "disrespect" made this a moment to remember. As one fan aptly put it, "Luka always delivers," and this play was no exception.

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Top Comments from Imgur

StarBug

Pretty f***n ninja.

mksu

Wait, sliding on the floor with the ball isn't illegal?

AEM5700

Is that Mark Cuban from shark tank in the audience?

justfillingthespace

I know they're professional athletes, so they're already used to working together as a team, but that was still damn impressive.

lonosham

One bounce, six steps after the handoff from the steal

iampivot

got a normal speed link?

SteveTheEgg

It's nice that 55 and 77 are able a split a pair of pants between them.

stronomer

The "disrespectful steal".

JaegerJaque

Luka always delivers

GrumpyEditor

As a Thunder fan…I hate this guy so much. As an NBA fan…I hate him less.

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