Thunder Roll Past Mavericks 100-87 Behind SGA's 30 Points

The defending champion Thunder marched into Dallas and took control of the game. Oklahoma City defeated the Mavericks by a score of 100-87 on Sunday night. The Thunder seem to be hitting their stride at the perfect moment.

SGA Takes Over

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander performed like a superhero on the court. He glided effortlessly and relentlessly attacked the basket throughout the night. SGA finished with an impressive 30 points, five assists, and four steals. He shot 60 percent from the field in just 33 minutes. Every time Dallas attempted to narrow the gap, he provided an immediate answer. His quick hands created turnovers that quickly transformed into easy baskets.

Thunder Defense Shines

Oklahoma City jumped ahead early and never looked back. They led 36-25 after the first quarter. The Thunder kept applying pressure, and by halftime, they were ahead 58-49. Their defense proved to be a significant challenge for Dallas all night long.

Chet Holmgren dominated inside, contributing 19 points and grabbing nine rebounds. The seven-footer blocked shots and collected rebounds as if he were a magnet. He shot over 57 percent from the floor.

Isaiah Hartenstein controlled the paint as well, totaling seven points, five rebounds, and four assists. Isaiah Joe became a sharpshooter from beyond the arc, scoring 14 points. Jared McCain added 11 points off the bench, further bolstering the team's efforts.

Mavericks Keep Fighting

Dallas struggled significantly without their star rookie, Cooper Flagg, who was sidelined with a foot injury. Caleb Martin led the Mavericks with 18 points, while Max Christie and Brandon Williams each contributed 14 points. Dwight Powell pulled down nine rebounds along with nine points.

However, it wasn't enough to secure a win. The Mavericks have now lost seven consecutive games, bringing their season record to 21-39.

Thunder Rolling

Oklahoma City improved to 47-15, firmly occupying the top spot in the Western Conference. They have won back-to-back games by significant margins. The Thunder's defense is suffocating their opponents, and their championship experience is evident every night. This team appears ready to defend their title.