In today's NBA playoffs, the Thunder challenged the Mavericks on the road, and the game was over. At the end of the game, the Thunder defeated the Mavericks 100-96, making the series tied at 2-2. It was a pivotal matchup, with both men showing great strength and tenacity.
Over the course of the game, the Thunder put in excellent performances, especially in key moments. They played at a high level both as a team and individually, successfully withstanding the Mavericks' counterattack and successfully reversing to win the game.
In this game, the Thunder's Shay Gilgeous-Alexander performed well, he played 41 minutes, 14 of 27 shots, including 0 of 1 three-pointers, 6 of 6 free throws, and got 34 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks.
Alexander showed great offensive ability during the game, and his mid-range shots and driving layups put a lot of pressure on the Mavericks' defense. At the same time, he also had a good performance on the defensive end, contributing 2 steals and 2 blocks, laying the foundation for the team's victory. In addition, Alexander also performed well in organizing the attack, he handed out 5 assists, and the team's attack was well connected. Overall, Alexander had a very good performance in this game, and he contributed a lot to the Thunder's victory.
At key moments in the game, both the Mavericks and Thunder were given free throws. The Mavericks made a total of four free throws but hit just two, with Doncic and Washington both hitting one of two. The Thunder, on the other hand, seized their chances, hitting all four of their free throws, with Chet and Alexander both hitting both. The Mavericks didn't make a good free throw shot in crunch time, which put a lot of pressure on them. The Thunder, on the other hand, managed to extend their lead through consistent free throws and ultimately won the game.
In this game, the Mavericks' Luka Doncic's performance, although not particularly impressive, still showed his strength as an all-round player. In 41 minutes of playing time, he attempted a total of 20 shots, six of which were hit, including two of nine three-point attempts. While his shooting isn't hot, he's been consistent from the free-throw line, hitting four of his six free throws.
In addition to scoring, Doncic has been quite good in other areas. He grabbed 12 rebounds and showed his ability to scramble under the basket. At the same time, he dished out 10 assists, effectively activating his teammates and making the team's offense flow more fluid. On the defensive end, he contributed 2 steals and 1 block, reflecting his effort and contribution on the defensive end.
Although Doncic's scoring efficiency is not very high, his all-round performance has undoubtedly helped the team a lot. His rebounds, assists, and defensive contributions all gave the Mavericks an edge in the game. So, while his scoring performance may not be as good as it could be, his overall performance is still positive.