In a stunning performance, the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal series, winning 117-95. Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren, the Thunder took control of the game early on and never looked back.
Gilgeous-Alexander put up an impressive stat line with 29 points, 9 rebounds, and 9 assists, while Holmgren contributed 19 points, 7 rebounds, 3 blocks, and 2 steals. Despite their youth and inexperience, the Thunder’s dynamic duo led the team to victory against the Mavericks.
The Thunder’s defense was a key factor in their success, holding the Mavericks to just 39.3% shooting and forcing 15 turnovers. On the offensive end, OKC shot 44.9% from the field and an impressive 45.7% from 3-point distance, with seven players hitting multiple shots from beyond the arc.
Game 2 of the series is set to take place in Oklahoma City on Thursday night, where the Thunder will look to extend their lead over the Mavericks. With the momentum from their Game 1 victory, OKC is poised to continue their strong performance and push for a spot in the Western Conference finals. Stay tuned to ‘Poh Diaries’ for all the latest updates on this exciting playoff series.
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