The Oklahoma City Thunder struck first against the Dallas Mavericks, cruising to a 117-95 victory in Game 1.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 29 points, nine rebounds, and nine assists, while Chet Holmgren added 19 points and Jalen Williams 17.
The Thunder defense, led by Lu Dort did a great job slowing down Luka Doncic, who managed just 19 points on 6-of-19 shooting and 1-of-8 from the 3-point line.
Can the Mavs bounce back in Game 2?
Here's everything you need to know about the Thunder and Mavericks first-round series, including TV and live-streaming information, tip-off times, betting odds and more.
What channel is Thunder vs Mavericks Game 2 on?TV Channel: ESPN AustraliaLive stream: NBA League PassGame 2 of Thunder vs Mavericks will air on ESPN on Australia. Viewers can also stream the game on NBA League Pass.
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Thunder vs Mavericks Game 2 start timeDate: Friday, May 10Time: 11:30 am. AESTGame 2 of the Thunder vs Mavericks second round series will take place on Friday, May 10, at 11:30 am. AEST. The game will be played at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.
Thunder vs Mavericks betting oddsOdds courtesy of TAB
After their Game 1 win, the Thunder's odds have gotten even shorter to win the series.
Team Odds to win series Thunder $1.40 Mavericks $3.00Thunder vs Mavericks second round schedule Date Game Time (AEST)/Result TV/Live stream May 8 Game 1 Thunder 117, Mavs 95 NBA League Pass May 10 Game 2 11:30 am NBA League Pass May 12 Game 3 5:30 am NBA League Pass May 14 Game 4 11:30 am NBA League Pass May 16 Game 5 TBD NBA League Pass May 19 Game 6 TBD NBA League Pass May 21 Game 7 TBD NBA League Pass
