It was December 20, 2012, when LeBron James and the Miami Heat delivered a basketball masterclass against the Dallas Mavericks. Their 110-95 win at the American Airlines Center underscored the Heat’s championship pedigree during the 2012-13 NBA season.

LeBron James once again proved why he was at the peak of his powers. Scoring 24 points, James extended his streak of scoring 20 or more points in every game that season to 23, nearing Karl Malone’s record of 24 games set during the 1989-90 season.

The Mavericks, on the other hand, were without their 11-time All-Star Dirk Nowitzki and several other key players due to injuries. Rookies Jae Crowder and Bernard James stepped up, with Crowder leading Dallas with 15 points, but it wasn’t enough to contain the Heat’s high-octane offense.

Dwyane Wade, with 19 points and six assists, put on a show alongside James. The duo connected on some electrifying plays, including an alley-oop dunk that brought the Miami bench to its feet. Chris Bosh contributed 17 points, further emphasizing Miami’s balanced attack.

The Heat opened up a double-digit lead in the first quarter and never looked back, extending their advantage to a season-high 91-55 by the third quarter. Shane Battier’s three-pointer capped off the dominant performance, leaving the Mavericks searching for answers.

This game was a snapshot of the Miami Heat’s dominance during their Big Three era, with LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh at the center of it all. It also showcased James’ remarkable consistency and ability to deliver when it mattered most.

As we look back on this game, it remains a reminder of the Heat’s legendary championship journey and LeBron’s place as one of the all-time greats in NBA history.