Luka Doncic delivered a dazzling performance on Christmas Day, erupting for 50 points to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a thrilling 128-114 victory over the Phoenix Suns. The game lived up to its hype, featuring a near fight between Devin Booker and Grant Williams, and another jaw-dropping display of offensive brilliance from the Slovenian superstar.

Doncic's 50-point performance was his sixth in his career, surpassing the combined total of all other Mavericks players in NBA history. Dirk Nowitzki had two 50-point games, while Jamal Mashburn and Jim Jackson each had one. The Mavericks boast a perfect 6-0 record whenever Doncic reaches the half-century mark.

The game was missing two marquee players: Bradley Beal sat out for the Suns with a sprained ankle, while Kyrie Irving cheered on the Mavericks from the sidelines due to a foot injury. Despite their absences, the court was still ablaze with talent, with Kevin Durant and Devin Booker leading the Suns against Doncic and the Mavericks.

While Durant and Booker struggled with their shots, Doncic provided the offensive fireworks. He played a game-high 44 minutes and finished with a stat line that is unmatched in NBA history: 50 points, 14 assists, six rebounds, four steals, and three blocks.

The Suns desperately tried to contain Doncic, using traps and multiple defenders to force him to give up the ball. However, Doncic's passing prowess shone through, as he trusted his teammates to find him late in the shot clock.

Phoenix coach Frank Vogel threw everything at Doncic, from Grayson Allen and Eric Gordon to Josh Okogie and even Kevin Durant. But it was all in vain. Doncic beat every trap, showcasing his full offensive repertoire with fadeaways, Euro steps, stepbacks, and even some bully ball.

The Suns have been on the receiving end of some of Doncic's best performances over the years, and they will face him and the Mavericks twice more in the regular season. Basketball fans can likely expect more big nights from "Luka Legend" in those upcoming matchups.