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Mavs One Win Away From NBA Finals

5 Takeaways From Game 1 Victory

Mavs Blank Wolves 116-107

With most of the Mavericks roster new to the NBA Finals, they showed no signs of nerves in Game 1, dismantling the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-107 Tuesday night at American Airlines Center.

Luka Doncic led the way with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists, while Spencer Dinwiddie added 21 points off the bench. The Mavericks shot 50% from the field and held the Timberwolves to just 40%. The victory gives the Mavericks a 1-0 lead in the series.

Here are five takeaways from the Mavs' Game 1 victory:

1. The Mavericks' defense was stifling, holding the Timberwolves to just 40% shooting from the field. They also forced 15 turnovers.
2. Luka Doncic was brilliant, posting a triple-double with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 8 assists.
3. Spencer Dinwiddie was a huge spark off the bench, scoring 21 points on 8-of-12 shooting.
4. The Mavericks' bench outscored the Timberwolves' bench 41-18.
5. The Mavericks are now one win away from reaching the NBA Finals for the first time since 2011.

Game 2 of the series is set for Thursday night at American Airlines Center.