The Oklahoma City Thunder victory over the Dallas Mavericks 88-79 in their NBA 2K25 Summer League game at Thomas and Mack Center on Saturday.
Second-Half Surge
Even though they were down by four points at halftime, the Thunder took charge of the game in the third quarter by outscoring the Mavericks by 13 points. Even though Dallas had a slightly higher shooting percentage, Oklahoma City outperformed them in other aspects of the game. They made more shots from beyond the arc, had fewer mistakes and fouls, and won the rebounding battle against Dallas 46-44, with five extra offensive rebounds.
Standout Performances
Keyontae Johnson and Jaden Shackelford were the top scorers for the Thunder, both putting up 20 points. Johnson had nine rebounds, six assists, and a steal, whereas Shackelford provided six assists, three rebounds, a steal, and a block. Malevy Leons also scored 11 points, entering the double digits. Kylor Kelley had a big influence on the game with 12 rebounds and six points.
Mavericks’ Efforts
A.J. Lawson led Dallas with 19 points, seven rebounds, two steals, and one assist. Both Jazian Gortman and Isaiah Whaley contributed 14 points each, while Gortman also provided nine assists. Olivier-Maxence Prosper contributed 13 points, while Jamarion Sharp excelled on the defensive end with 10 rebounds and five blocks.
Conclusion of Summer League
This game signaled the conclusion of the Summer League for both the Thunder and the Mavericks. The victory of Thunder over Mavericks was secured by a strong second-half performance and a balanced team effort, showcasing their potential for the upcoming season. Both teams will now concentrate on leveraging their Summer League experiences in order to get ready for the regular season.
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