In the Western Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs on May 14, 2024, an exciting game was played on the home court of the Mavericks. Although the Mavericks showed great competitiveness in the first three quarters of the game, they suffered a collapse in the final quarter and were eventually turned around by the Thunder, losing 96-100, leaving the teams tied at 2-2.

Throughout the game, the Maverick’s top player Luka Doncic made 18 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists in triple-double data, but in the final moments of the game, he missed key free throws, which became the turning point of the Maverick’s loss. Doncic’s shooting touch was up and down throughout the game, hitting only 6 of 20 shots from the field, showing the pressure and challenges he faces on the offensive end.

In contrast to Doncic, the Thunder’s leading scorer, Shay Gilgeous-Alexander, was outstanding. His all-around stats of 34 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists were key to his team’s comeback win. Alexander’s scoring ability was fully utilized in key moments as he shot 50% from the field and was the most consistent scorer for the Thunder.

In addition to Alexander, other players on the Thunder also played important roles. Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren have excelled on both offense and defense, and they have provided solid support for the team. And players like Dort and Giddy contributed key scoring and defense to set up the Thunder’s comeback.

The Mavericks led for a while in the first three quarters of the game, but they went into a scoring drought in the final quarter. The team lost its rhythm on the offensive end, the shooting percentage dropped dramatically, and the defense failed to limit the Thunder’s scoring effectively. The Mavericks were unable to withstand the Thunder’s offense, which ultimately led to the loss of the game.

This game was a heavy blow to the Mavericks. They lost the lead at home and also lost in the last quarter when they crashed and burned. This will have an impact on the team’s morale and confidence. However, for the Thunder, this game was an important victory. They managed to turn the game around on the road, showing great strength and resilience.

Overall, the game was a suspenseful and passionate matchup. Both the Mavericks and the Thunder showed a high level of athleticism, but in the end it was the Thunder who came out on top with a much better performance. The outcome of this game will be crucial for both teams and will have a direct impact on the series and the final outcome. In the coming games, we expect both teams to continue to play strong and bring us more exciting games.