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On May 12, Beijing time, the Thunder lost 101-105 to the Mavericks in the Western Conference semifinals G3.
Alexander had a great game, finishing with 31 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals and 5 blocks, but only 10-of-23 shooting.
He became the first player in NBA history to score at least 30 points, 10 rebounds and 5 blocks in a single playoff game, and scored exactly 31 points in 10 regular season and playoffs this season, a record all-time record.
He didn't play well in the final quarter, shooting 1-of-6 from the field and depriving the team of a chance to turn the game around.
The Thunder have lost two games in a row and are 1-2 behind on aggregate, and it is interesting to see if there will be a repeat of the same mistakes.
The story kicked off in that highly-anticipated Western Conference semifinals G3 game between the Thunder and the Mavericks on the road.
It's a backdrop of passion, hard work and regret.
When the whistle blows, every moment on the pitch is gripping.
Thunder player Alexander is undoubtedly the brightest presence in this game.
He is like a bright star on the field, shining brightly.
He contributed 31 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals and 5 blocks.
Such comprehensive data fully demonstrates his outstanding ability.
He performed amazingly, becoming the first guard in NBA playoff history to contribute at least 30 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 blocks in a game, a great feat and a record of his own.
History is always full of drama.
In the regular season and playoffs this season, Alexander scored exactly 31 points on 10 occasions, setting a new record in NBA history.
This should have been a cause for celebration, but in this crucial match, there were hidden dangers.
As the game entered the final quarter, the crucial moment came, and Alexander made a fatal mistake.
That elbow action, that foul on Doncic, it was like a shadow hanging over the team.
This elbow offensive foul became the turning point of the game, and the Thunder may have had hope of a reversal, but this mistake was like a basin of cold water, extinguishing that glimmer of hope.
Despite the good performances of the other players, they fought the pitch and gave it their all in every round.
But it has to be admitted that this mistake of Alexander had a fatal impact on the team's hopes.
His individual performance was excellent, but this misstep at a critical moment made all his efforts almost in vain.
In the end, the Thunder lost 101-105.
With two consecutive losses and a 1-2 overall score, the Thunder are trailing the Mavericks and at great risk of being reversed by their opponents.
It's a harsh reality, and the hard work doesn't yield the desired results.
Looking back at this game, we can see the light and shadow of Alexander.
His outstanding performance made people look forward to him, but the mistakes at the critical moment made people sigh.
It's like life, it's always full of ups and downs and uncertainties.
We can imagine if the outcome of the game would have been different if that elbow had not happened, if that foul had been avoided.
But history has no ifs, we can only face reality.
This game was like a hammer that hit us hard, and it also made us realize that in basketball, a sport that emphasizes teamwork, every seemingly insignificant detail actually has the key power to determine the outcome of the game.
Even a very small mistake, at that crucial moment, can be infinitely magnified to an unimaginable extent, and then transformed into a core key factor that directly affects the direction of the game.
Take Thunder as an example, this defeat is undoubtedly an incomparably heavy blow, this blow is like a tidal wave, hitting their hearts hard.
On the other hand, isn't this an extremely valuable lesson? They must earnestly learn from this unforgettable failure and deeply reflect on their own shortcomings.
For example, whether there is not enough tacit understanding in team cooperation, whether there is a deviation in tactical execution, whether the decision-making at critical moments is not wise enough, etc.
Only then will they have the opportunity to do better in future competitions, so that they can cope with similar situations in the future and avoid repeating the mistakes of the past.
They need to work harder in their daily training to strengthen their skills and qualities.
It is necessary to pay attention to the polishing of every detail, from the accuracy of passing to the defensive position, from the timing of the attack to the team's cooperation and communication, every link cannot be missed.
Only by doing every detail to the extreme, can they stand out in the fierce competition, move to the other side of success, and truly achieve out of the shadow of failure and towards a brilliant future.
For Alexander, it was an opportunity to grow.
He needs to face up to his mistakes and draw strength from them to become more mature and stronger.
In the coming games, we are looking forward to the Thunder being able to bounce back and regain their form.
They need to unite and work together to overcome difficulties.
And Alexander, we also expect him to be more calm in the critical moment and not repeat the mistakes of the past.
This is the charm of the game of basketball, which contains the indescribable joy of the moment of victory, but also the unforgettable pain of defeat.
Each game is like a unique story, slowly unfolding in the long river of time, and this story is far from over, it will continue to extend in the years to come.
Look at the Thunder, their future is undoubtedly full of challenges and endless hope.
As we look to the future, we are full of anticipation that they will be able to write even more exciting chapters in the next game after game.
Whatever the final result, their all-out fighting spirit undoubtedly deserves our highest respect and warmest praise.
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