Dallas, TX - P.J. Washington delivered a career-best performance, scoring 27 points and grabbing 17 rebounds, to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 121-119 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday. This impressive outing came in the absence of Luka Doncic, who missed his first game of the season due to a knee injury.
Kyrie Irving contributed 23 points to the Mavericks' cause, helping them maintain a lead for most of the game. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander nearly orchestrated a late comeback for the Thunder, scoring 36 points and making a crucial 3-pointer with 25 seconds remaining. However, the Mavericks held on, securing their second consecutive win.
Washington's early dominance set the tone for the game. He quickly amassed 11 points and four rebounds in the first four minutes, showcasing his aggressive play on both ends of the court. The Mavericks' strong start, particularly in the first quarter, allowed them to build a comfortable lead.
The Thunder, led by Gilgeous-Alexander's scoring prowess and defensive intensity, fought back in the third quarter. A 10-2 run brought them within striking distance, but the Mavericks responded with a quick 9-0 spurt to regain control of the game.
Despite the Thunder's late push, the Mavericks held on to secure the victory. The loss snapped Oklahoma City's three-game winning streak.
Mavericks coach Jason Kidd expressed optimism about Doncic's potential return on Tuesday against the New Orleans Pelicans.
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