Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Dallas Mavericks Post-Game Stats: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Seals The Deal For Thunder As They Advance To The NBA Cup Semifinals

The Oklahoma City Thunder has rarely disappointed their fans this season, and Tuesday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks was no exception. With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s outstanding performance, the Thunder secured a 118-104 victory over the Mavericks in the NBA Cup quarterfinals at the Paycom Center. By outplaying Dallas, the Thunder advanced to the NBA Cup Semifinals.

This victory improved the Thunder’s season record to 19-5, keeping them firmly atop the Western Conference standings. Meanwhile, the Mavericks fell to 16-9, dropping to fourth place in the West.

Oklahoma City Thunder’s Dominance On Full Display As The Mavericks Struggle To Keep Up

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a stellar performance on Tuesday. The Thunder star led the charge with 39 points, 8 rebounds, five assists, and five three-pointers while shooting an efficient 15-of-23 from the field.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander did it all in OKC's big win over the Mavs 💪

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Shai’s dominance against Dallas is no surprise. He has been consistently excellent in his last eight games against the Mavericks, averaging 33.5 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 7.1 assists with a 63.9% true shooting percentage.

Jalen Williams contributed 18 points and 7 rebounds, while Luguentz Dort and Cason Wallace chipped in with 11 points each. Isaiah Hartenstein added 10 points, with Kenrich Williams and Isaiah Joe both scoring 9 points off the bench.

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Despite solid contributions from several players, the Mavericks couldn’t keep pace with the Thunder’s offensive firepower. Luka Doncic recorded 16 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists but struggled with his efficiency. Kyrie Irving added 17 points and five assists, while Naji Marshall and Klay Thompson each scored 19 points.

The Thunder’s remarkable season is drawing comparisons to the legendary 1996 Chicago Bulls. The Bulls are the only team in NBA history with a higher net rating than this year’s Thunder. The Thunder take on the Orlando Magic on December 10, while the Mavs face the Los Angeles Clippers on the same day.

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