In the Western Conference semifinals G5 of the NBA playoffs on May 16, Beijing time, the battle between the Mavericks and the Thunder became a focus battle in the basketball world.
The matchup staged at the Thunder's home court is not only a game, but also a heroic competition and a wonderful performance.
The Dallas Mavericks, this name is well-known in the basketball world.
Many longtime fans remember calling them the Dallas Mavericks.
The team is based in Dallas, Texas, USA, and was founded in 1980 and joined the NBA in the same year.
The Mavericks belong to the Southwest Division of the NBA's Western Conference and are a powerhouse in this league.
The history of the team is not very long, but they have performed very well.
When they first joined the league in the early '80s, the Mavericks had a rough start.
After a few years of grinding and adjustment, they gradually emerged in the 90s and became a force to be reckoned with in the Western Division.
When talking about the Mavericks, many people think of Dirk Nowitzki, a legendary player who is one of the greatest players in Mavericks history.
During his 21 years with the team, he led the Mavericks to numerous brilliant achievements, most notably in 2011, when the Mavericks won the NBA championship under Nowitzki, when they defeated the Miami Heat, who have the "Big Three", to the excitement of all fans.
Now, the Mavericks have a new generation of leaders in the form of Luka Doncic.
The young European prodigy, with his all-round skills and excellent basketball IQ, quickly conquered the hearts of fans.
Whenever he shows off his skills on the field, the fans are always cheering.
Netizens also often discuss his performance on social media.
Someone said: "Doncic is simply Nowitzki's successor, and he will definitely lead the Mavericks to great glory in the future." ”
Another fan replied: "That's right, every time I watch Doncic play, I feel like I'm looking at art, and his passing and scoring are amazing." ”
From the start of the game, the players on both sides showed great skill and excellent performance.
As soon as Doncic came up, he opened the Mavericks' scoring account with a step-back jumper, and the ball was played cleanly and made people watch their blood boil.
Not to be outdone, Dort quickly responded with a three-pointer, Alexander scored back-to-back layups, and Giddey scored valuable points on the inside.
In the first quarter of the game, the two sides went back and forth, and the score was tight.
Whenever the Mavericks opened up a little gap, the Thunder always responded immediately, and the atmosphere on the court was so tense that people took their breath away.
The Mavericks' Jones and Doncic were on fire, especially Doncic, who not only scored, but also delivered several beautiful assists, driving the team's offensive rhythm.
And the Thunder's Alexander and Holmgren also showed no weakness, Alexander's breakthrough was amazing, and Holmgren's three-point shot caught the Mavericks' defense off guard.
On social media, netizens also hotly discussed the match.
A netizen commented: "Doncic is in great shape today, this performance is like MVP!" ”
Another Thunder fan said: "Alexander is really the hope of the Thunder, his performance today is too strong, as long as he is a little more stable, there is still hope for this game." ”
Someone else joked: "I can't stand this game, and the two sides are too stale!" ”
Throughout the first quarter, both teams played high-level basketball, and the fierce confrontation kept the audience's eyes peeled.
Everyone is looking forward to the next game to see who can have the last laugh in this battle of Tianwang Mountain.
As the game entered the second quarter, the Mavericks began to slowly control the rhythm on the court.
Their teamwork is more fluid, and their individual abilities are also vividly displayed.
Doncic continued his stellar performances, not only scoring frequently, but also eye-catching rebounds and assists.
His passing was precise, and he made it easy for his teammates to score with a few assists, showing the style of an all-round player.
The rest of the Mavericks' players followed Doncic's pace, and the strong play of Lively and Washington on the interior made the Thunder's defense difficult to handle.
On the Thunder's side, Alexander still tried his best to lead the team to resist stubbornly.
He made a couple of great driving layups, and Giddey and Dort were also trying to chase the points.
However, the Mavericks' defense is airtight, and every time the Thunder try to close the gap, the Mavericks are quick to respond.
Netizens are hotly discussing the game online.
One fan posted: "Doncic is such a genius, his performance today completely dominated the game!" Another Thunder supporter responded: "Although the Thunder are behind now, Alexander is playing very hard, and I believe they still have a chance!" Some people joked: "The Lone Ranger seems to be hanging today, and Thunder has to find a way to crack it!" ”
As time went on, the Mavericks' lead gradually widened, and the Thunder struggled to catch up, but were never able to turn the tide.
The Mavericks' players all performed well, and their chemistry and cooperation made the game even more exciting.
The audience was captivated by this high-level confrontation and looked forward to what would happen next.
Heading into the second half, the Mavericks remained strong.
Doncic led his teammates to advance steadily, playing methodically every offense, hitting three-pointers from the outside and winning from the inside.
The Thunder didn't give up easily, and Alexander continued to show his super-scoring ability, making the Mavericks' defense suffer on several consecutive breakaway layups.
Giddey and Dort were also actively involved in the attack, constantly looking for scoring opportunities.
Washington and Lively were particularly good under the Mavericks' basket, and their defense allowed the Thunder to go back to naught on multiple occasions.
Washington's blocks and Lively's rebounding protection allowed the Thunder to suffer multiple setbacks under the basket.
The game entered the fourth quarter, and the Thunder tried to turn the tide.
Alexander led the team to a small surge, and after a few key shots, the Thunder narrowed the margin to single digits.
Emotions were also high in the crowd, and everyone took to social media to discuss the thrilling match.
One fan commented: "Alexander really fought hard, this kind of performance is so exciting! ”
Another person said to the post: "Thunder's wave of chasing points is really hopeful, just see if you can hold on!" ”
The Mavericks didn't panic, and they stabilized the situation under Doncic.
Doncic made several clever passes in a row to help his teammates score.
Jones' key three-pointer and Irving's pinpoint shot allowed the Mavericks to pull back the score.
Netizens praised one after another: "Doncic is the Lone Ranger's anchor, and he can stand up at every critical moment!" ”
In the end, the Mavericks stabilized the pace of the game with excellent teamwork and individual ability, and won the victory with a score of 104-92.
The match not only showcased the skill of the players on both sides, but also demonstrated their indomitable spirit.
The crowd said after the game that it was a wonderful matchup to remember.
Overall, this match is not only a fierce confrontation, but also a collision of technology and intelligence.
With the efforts of the whole team and Doncic's outstanding performance, the Mavericks successfully conquered the Thunder and won the battle of Tianwang Mountain.
Although the Thunder team unfortunately lost, their tenacious fighting spirit is also worthy of our admiration.
Looking forward to the next game, this exciting matchup will become a classic battle in basketball history.
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