Anthony Davis made waves during his debut with the Dallas Mavericks, scoring 24 points, grabbing 13 rebounds, and providing 5 assists while blocking 3 shots in the first half alone. This performance not only helped secure a significant lead against the Houston Rockets but also marked a historic moment, as Davis became the first player to achieve at least 24 points, 12 rebounds, and 3 blocks in a single half in the play-by-play era.

Davis started strong, connecting with his teammate Daniel Gafford for an alley-oop just seconds into the game and later leading a personal scoring spree. He finished shooting 9 of 13 from the field, demonstrating his offensive prowess right off the bat.

In a quote during his introductory press conference, Davis reflected on his awareness of the challenges ahead, acknowledging the importance of his predecessor, Luka Doncic, to the franchise. “I understand it, and obviously it’s a business and I get who Luka was to this franchise, to this city. I’m never gonna downplay that,” Davis stated, reiterating his commitment to perform for the fans and the organization.

He faced a slight delay in his debut due to a previous abdominal strain but played through the pain barriers, showcasing his resilience. With a solid performance such as this, he aims to win over fans who might still be grappling with the departure of Doncic.