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The Dallas Mavericks trounced the Los Angeles Clippers 124-73 in Sunday's NBA game with a halftime lead record.

The Mavericks led the game with a fantastic 77-27 advantage when the second period ended at Staples Center, Los Angeles.

The biggest halftime lead record holder was previously the Golden State Warriors as they led a 1991 NBA match by 47 points against the Sacramento Kings when the teams headed to the dressing room after two quarters.

The Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic scored 24 points and 8 assists.

He had 9 rebounds as well.

Another Mavs guard Josh Richardson had 21 points for his team.

Forward Tim Hardaway Jr. racked up 18 points for the Mavericks.

The Clippers star Paul George scored 15 points. Meanwhile center Serge Ibaka had 13 points and 9 rebounds.

The Mavericks had their first win in the 2020-21 NBA season.

Meanwhile the Clippers got their first loss.

Sunday's results

Los Angeles Clippers - Dallas Mavericks: 73-124

Charlotte Hornets - Brooklyn Nets: 106-104

Washington Wizards - Orlando Magic: 113-120

New Orleans Pelicans - San Antonio Spurs: 98-95

Cleveland Cavaliers - Philadelphia 76ers: 118-94

New York Knicks - Milwaukee Bucks: 130-110

Indiana Pacers - Boston Celtics: 108-107

Chicago Bulls - Golden State Warriors: 128-129

Sacramento Kings - Phoenix Suns: 100-116

Los Angeles Lakers - Minnesota Timberwolves: 127-91