OKC vs DAL Dream11 Prediction: In a Western Conference showdown, the Oklahoma City Thunder will square off against the Dallas Mavericks tomorrow at the Paycom Center. This marks the third meeting between them, with each team winning one game. The Thunder will aim to secure another win on their home court.
Meanwhile, the Dallas Mavericks boast a solid record of 18-13 on the road and will look to extend their winning streak in this away game to secure the series.
OKC vs DAL Basketball Match Details
- Date: Friday 15th March 2024
- Time:07:30 AM IST
- How to Watch Live: Sports 18, Jio Cinema
- Location: Reno Ave, Oklahoma City.
- Arena: Paycom Center
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks Preview
Oklahoma City Thunders (45-20)
The Oklahoma City Thunders are comfortably occupying the second spot in the conference league table after winning ten games out of their previous thirteen matches. Thunders were on a three-game winning streak which got broken against Indiana Pacers, as they beat Thunders by 121-111, as Shai-Alexander had a double-double performance of 30 points and 10 rebounds but unable to secure the win.
This season, the Thunder have the second-best home record in the Western Conference (23-6), averaging 120.7 points per game, which puts them in third place in the league. Although they are 13th in the league in defence, they have struggled to stop opponents from scoring 113.0 points per game. Alexander Shai-led Thunders is having an MVP-calibre season, averaging a team-high 31.2 points, 6.6 assists, and 2.1 steals per contest. Adding to his Rookie of the Year accomplishment, Chet Holmgren averages 17.1 points per game, 7.7 points per game, and 2.6 blocks per game.
Dallas Mavericks (38-28)
The Dallas Mavericks are currently in the 8th position in the conference league, as they have won seven games out of their last twelve matches and currently they are on a four-game winning streak. Mavericks’ offence has been a big threat to opponents as they average 119.0 PPG which ranks them 6th in the NBA, while defence is their problem as they allow opponents to score 117.5 PPG which ranks them 22nd in the league, averaging 1.5 points more than the opponents.
Mavericks handed the huge loss to the Warriors in their last match, as they beat them by 109-99, Kyrie showed his class by putting in 23 points, 10 treys and 8 boards, securing the win for the team. Kyrie Irving becoming significantly good for Dallas as he is averaging 25.2 points with 41.3% from behind the arc. Luka Donicic has played a magnificent role in the team, dropping MVP performance every night, averaging a team-high 34.3 PPG, 9.0 RPG, 9.8 APG and 1.4 steals with 49.4% from the field.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs Dallas Mavericks Lineups
OKC (Thunders): Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, Josh Giddey, Luguentz Dort, Isaiah Joe, Cason Wallace, Kenrich Williams, Aaron Wiggins, Ousmane Dieng, Jaylin Williams, Davis Bertans, Tre Mann, Lindy Waters III, Vasilije Micic, Olivier Sarr, Aleksej Pokusevski, Keyontae Johnson
DAL (Mavericks): Greg Brown III, Seth Curry, Luka Doncic, Dexter Dennis, Dante Exum, Josh Green, Tim Hardway Jr., Jaden Hardy, Kyrie Irving, Richaun Holmes, Derrick Jones Jr., Maxi Kleber, A.J Lawson, Derrick Lively II, Dwight Powell, Markieff Morris, Grant Williams, Oliver-Maxence Prosper, P J Washinton
OKC vs DAL Injury Updates
OKC (Thunders): No Injuries update
DAL (Mavericks): No Injuries update
OKC vs DAL Head To Head (Last 10 Match-Ups)
OKC (Thunders): 6 games won
DAL (Mavericks): – 4 games Won
OKC vs DAL Fantasy Basketball Leaders
Points: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (31.1) vs Luka Donicic (34.3)
Rebounds: Chet Holmgren (7.8) vs Luka Donicic (9.0)
Assists: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (6.4) vs Luka Donicic (9.8)
Steals: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2.1) vs Luka Donicic (1.4)
Blocks: Chet Holmgren (2.5) vs Derrick Lively II (1.5)
Free Throw%: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (88.3) vs Kyrie Irving (90.1)
Field Goal Percentage%: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (54.4) vs P J Washinton (49.4)
Three Point Percentage%: Jalen Williams (44.7) vs Kyrie Irving (41.3)
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