The Dallas Mavericks are on fire, dismantling the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-107 and taking a stranglehold 3-0 series lead in the Western Conference Finals.

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving were unstoppable, each erupting for 33 points to lead a decisive late run. This victory extends Dallas’ playoff win streak to five games, and with no NBA team ever overcoming a 3-0 deficit, the Timberwolves face an almost insurmountable task.

The win wasn’t without a scаre. Rookie center Dereck Lively II, who played a key role in securing the initial 2-0 series lead with a perfect 12-for-12 shooting record, left the game in the second quarter with a sprained neck after a rough collision with Karl-Anthony Towns.

Despite the loss of Lively, the Mavericks found their rhythm late. P.J. Washingtоn ignited a crucial 12-3 run with a corner three, followed by clutch plays from the star duo. Doncic Һit a key shot, Irving sank a fading jumper, and then connected with Daniel Gafford for a highlight-reel alley-oop dunk. Gafford’s defensive block on Mike Conley further solidified the lead.

Doncic, fresh off his game-winning heroics in Game 2, continued his dominance with a 10-for-20 shooting night, including 5 three-pointers. Irving mirrored his success, shooting efficiently with 12 made field goals.

This win puts the Mavericks just one victory away from their first NBA Finals appearance since 2011, when they captured their only championship.