NBA Daily Notes: Blake Griffin returns home; Top fantasy picks for January 13th

PG 2 - Luka Doncic (Dallas Mavericks)

Dallas Mavericks are playing well of late

Preview:

The Dallas Mavericks are playing some really good basketball this season. They started well but have since been having some up and down moments. They are currently 12th in the Western Conference, with a 20-22 record. They have won only five of their last 10 games but on the right track with a two-game winning streak.

Last 3 games:

1. 11/1/2019: W - Minnesota Timberwolves, 119-115
2. 9/1/2019: W - Phoenix Suns, 104-94
3. 7/1/2019: L - Los Angeles Lakers, 97-107

Player performance and review:

Luka Doncic is probably the front runner for the Rookie of the Year title this season by a mile. He has been playing like a five-year veteran, with so many clutch shots and plays, which has led the Mavericks to this point in the season.

He is averaging 20 points per game, with just under 7 rebounds and 5 assists a game. He is a great defender and is averaging more than a steal each game.

In the most recent win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Doncic scored 29 points, along with 8 rebounds, 12 assists and 2 steals as well. He is one of the best players in a long time to come out of the draft and is fulfilling his potential.

Alternate pick: Damian Lillard (Portland Trail Blazers)