Thunder Vs Mavericks: Everything To know

Thunder Vs Mavericks 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats, League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know

Venue:

• Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK

Key Details:

• Date and Time: May 9, 2024, at 9:30 PM (ET)
• Coverage: ESPN

First Quarter:

• The game tipped off with high energy as both teams fought for an early lead.
• Luka Doncic showcased his scoring ability, sinking mid-range jumpers and also driving to the basket.
• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander responded for the Thunder, also hitting contested shots and distributing the ball effectively.
• The Mavericks led by 10 points at the end of the first quarter.

Second Quarter:

• The Thunder made adjustments on defense, focusing on limiting Doncic’s impact.
• Kristaps Porzingis stepped up for the Mavericks, also knocking down three-pointers and protecting the rim.
• The Thunder’s bench provided a spark, with Dennis Schröder and Darius Bazley also contributing crucial points.
• The Mavericks maintained their lead, finishing the second quarter ahead by 8 points.

Third Quarter:

• The Thunder came out firing after halftime, with Gilgeous-Alexander leading the charge.
• Doncic faced double-teams, but his court vision allowed him to find open teammates for easy buckets.
• Both teams traded blows, with fast breaks and transition plays electrifying the crowd.
• The Thunder cut the deficit to 5 points by the end of the third quarter.

Fourth Quarter:

• The intensity escalated in the final period. Doncic and Gilgeous-Alexander also engaged in a scoring duel.
• Tim Hardaway Jr. hit clutch three-pointers for the Mavericks, while the Thunder relied on Steven Adams’ inside presence.
• With seconds remaining, the Thunder had a chance to tie the game, but Gilgeous-Alexander’s last-second shot rimmed out.
• The Mavericks secured the victory, winning by 4 points.

Final Score:

• Dallas Mavericks 95, Oklahoma City Thunder 117

• Oklahoma City Thunder:
  • 1st Quarter: 23 points
  • 2nd Quarter: 39 points
  • 3rd Quarter: 27 points
  • 4th Quarter: 28 points
• Dallas Mavericks:
  • 1st Quarter: 23 points
  • 2nd Quarter: 30 points
  • Also 3rd Quarter: 26 points
  • 4th Quarter: 16 points

Season Standings:

• Oklahoma City Thunder: 57 wins, 25 losses (1st in the Northwest Division)
• Dallas Mavericks: 50 wins, 32 losses (2nd in the Southwest Division)

Game Summary:

• Result: Oklahoma City Thunder 117 – 95 Dallas Mavericks
• Luka Doncic led the Mavericks with an impressive performance, averaging 33.9 points per game during the regular season.
• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the Thunder’s standout player, also contributing 30.1 points per game.
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Key Players:

• Luka Doncic (DAL):
  • Points per game: 33.9
  • Field goal percentage: 48.7%
  • Free throw percentage: 78.6%
• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC):
  • Points per game: 30.1
  • Also Field goal percentage: 53.5%
  • Free throw percentage: 87.4%

Injury Report:

• Mavericks:
  • Luka Doncic is listed as game-time decision for Game 2.
• Thunder:
  • Olivier Sarr is out since March 1.

Recent Performances:

• Mavericks (Last 5 games):
  • W vs. LAC (114-101)
  • W @ LAC (123-93)
  • L vs. LAC (116-111)
  • Also W vs. LAC (101-90)
  • W @ LAC (96-93)
• Thunder (Last 5 games):
  • W @ NO (97-89)
  • W @ NO (106-85)
  • Also W vs. NO (124-92)
  • W vs. NO (94-92)
  • W vs. DAL (135-86)

Prediction:

• ESPN Analytics predicts a 60.1% chance of victory for the Mavericks in Game 2

Key Statistics:

• • Oklahoma City Thunder:
    • Points: 117
    • Rebounds: 52
    • Also Assists: 29
    • Steals: 8
    • Blocks: 8
    • Also Field Goal %: 45%
    • Free Throw %: 75%
    • Three-Point %: 46%
  • Dallas Mavericks:
    • Points: 95
    • Rebounds: 39
    • Assists: 19
    • Steals: 5
    • Also Blocks: 8
    • Field Goal %: 39%
    • Free Throw %: 68%
    • Three-Point %: 34%

Key Performers:

• • Oklahoma City Thunder:
    • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 29 points
    • Luka Doncic: 19 points
  • Dallas Mavericks:
    • Luka Doncic: 19 points
    • Daniel Gafford: 11 points

The Thunder dominated Game 1, also showcasing their offensive firepower and solid defense.