On May 16, Beijing time, the NBA playoffs Western Conference semifinals G5 kicked off at the home of the Thunder.
The Mavericks took the initiative throughout this crucial battle, and finally defeated the Thunder 104-92 to win the crucial battle of Tianwang Mountain.
In this game, the performance of the Mavericks can be described as remarkable.
Many fans praised the Mavericks on social media, praising the wonderful performance of the Mavericks.
A netizen named Basketball Fanatic tweeted: "Tonight's game was really exciting! Doncic is simply a magician on the court, and his all-around performance is breathtaking! ”
The remarks immediately struck a chord with other fans, who liked and left messages to express their appreciation for Doncic.
Another fan shared his experience on the forum: "Jones' key score is really exciting! Every time he makes a shot, he can bring a turnaround to the team, and he is simply a dark horse in the game. ”
These words caused a lot of heated discussions among fans, and everyone expressed their recognition and support for Jones.
Of course, Owen was not to be outdone.
One netizen wrote on Weibo: "Although Irving's performance tonight was not as eye-catching as Doncic, his playmaking skills and excellent passing are still impressive!" ”
The remarks immediately sparked a wave of discussion about Irving, with many fans saying that Irving's value on the court is not only reflected in the score, but also in the organization and teamwork.
On the inside, the performances of Washington and Lively were also recognized by the fans.
One fan said in the fan base: "Washington and Lively's defense and rebounding on the inside are a solid line of defense that contributed to the team's victory!" ”
Other fans praised and expressed their affirmation and support for the inside combination.
"Did you see Lively's rebound yesterday? It's spectacular! ”
A fan excitedly shared his feelings about watching the game on social media.
"That's right! His height and athleticism are truly breathtaking. ”
Another fan followed up.
It was a match that really left a lasting impression on the fans.
As the tallest player on the Mavericks' team, Derrick Lively has shown astonishing dominance on the court.
His rebounding ability not only earned the team a second chance to attack, but also intimidated opponents.
"Lively's performance is really solid!"
One fan gave his opinion on the forum.
"That's right, he has developed a tacit understanding with players such as Irving and Doncic, which has added a lot of advantages to the team."
Another fan replied approvingly.
Dallas Mavericks assistant coach Tyson Chandler was also full of praise for Lively.
"His positivity and athleticism are really impressive, and I'm very pleased with his effort and performance."
Chandler said in an interview.
And former NBA player Kidd is full of praise for Lively.
'He has a lot of similarities with me and his potential is impressive. I believe he will become a top player as he continues to grow in his career. ”
Kidd said in an interview.
Lively's outstanding performance has also caused heated discussions among fans.
"His height and athleticism are really a great weapon for the Mavericks, and we're sure he's going to get better and better."
A fan left a message on social media.
'Yes, he's been impressively improving and hopefully he can continue his hot form in the next races.'
Another fan responded.
Whether it is a fan or a professional, the expectations for Lively are very high.
"He's really gratifying as a member of the team and hopefully he can continue to play consistently in the future." A basketball commentator expressed his opinion on a television show.
On the other hand, despite Alexander's impressive statistics of 30 points, 6 rebounds and 8 assists, his teammates obviously did not perform well.
Dort had 12 points, six rebounds and four assists, Giddey had 11 points and three rebounds, Jalen Williams contributed 12 points, six rebounds, three assists and three steals, and Holmgren had 13 points and four rebounds.
At the beginning of the game, Doncic opened the scoring for the Mavericks, and then Holmgren hit a three-pointer from the outside, and the score was tied for a while.
As the game progressed, the Mavericks gradually pulled away and led 24-22 at the end of the first quarter.
In the second quarter, Irving scored first, and the Mavericks' lead gradually extended to double digits.
Despite the Thunder's hard work, the Mavericks still led 54-44 at halftime.
The game in the third quarter was like a battle full of gunpowder, and every action on the court carried an air of tension.
Gafford and Irving were excellent on the offensive end of the quarter, and their accurate shots kept the Mavericks ahead at all times.
Whenever they rushed to the opposing basket with the ball, the fans couldn't help but clench their fists nervously in anticipation of their goal.
At the same time, the Thunder didn't give up, and Alexander and Giddey teamed up to put the team on a small high.
Their offense was successful, but it didn't pose much of a threat to the Mavericks' lead.
The tension on the pitch took the crowd away, and every attack could be the turning point of the game.
As the third quarter ended, the Mavericks led the Thunder 79-67, much to the relief of fans.
In their opinion, it is very important for the team to stay ahead, which means they have a better chance of winning the game and advancing to the next round.
Entering the final quarter, the tension of the game was even stronger.
Hardaway and Doncic's back-to-back scoring in the quarter kept the Mavericks in the lead.
Every score made the fans boil over, and they were proud of the team's performance while also being excited about the victory of the game.
Despite several attempts by the Thunder to close the gap, they were unsuccessful.
The tension on the court put pressure on everyone, but the Mavericks were solid, keeping their composure and confidence to score points for their team.
The Thunder's starting lineup includes Alexander, Isaiah Joe, Dort, Jalen Williams and Holmgren.
The Mavericks' starting lineup is Doncic, Irving, Jones, Washington and Gafford in the starting lineup.
This game not only showcased the strength of the Mavericks, but also demonstrated Doncic's leadership style in key moments.
Although the Thunder have core players like Alexander, their overall strength is still slightly inferior.
The Mavericks won this game and laid a solid foundation for their playoff path.
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