Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving, also known as 'Chief Hélà,' led his team to victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves with 30 points in Game 1 of the NBA Conference Finals.

Irving showcased his scoring prowess while wearing the 'Chief Hélà' colorway of his ANTA 'KAI 1' sneaker line.

Alongside Luka Doncic's stellar performance, the duo solidified themselves as the best scoring duo in NBA history, surpassing pairs like Shaq and Kobe.

Sports analyst Skip Bayless praised Doncic's 'Jordan-esque' performance and highlighted the Mavericks' different playing style compared to the Denver Nuggets, posing a challenge for the Timberwolves.

Despite the loss, the Timberwolves are not in significant trouble and need to regroup for the rest of the series.

The Mavericks' dominant inside presence and mid-range game were key factors in their victory, with competitive matchups expected in upcoming games.

The Mavericks now lead the series and aim to secure a 2-0 lead in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals on Friday.

In other sports news, the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars are set to face off in Game 1 of the NHL Western Conference Finals, with the Stars favored to win.

Connor McDavid leads the Oilers with impressive assists, while the Stars have strong line depth and standout goalie Jake Oettinger.

The SportsLine Projection Model predicts a close game with a total of 5.9 goals.

Fans can follow all the playoff excitement on ESPN, ABC, TNT, and NBA TV.