The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Dallas Mavericks 118-104 to advance to the NBA Cup semifinals, outplaying Luka Dončić and stifling the Mavericks’ offense with their top defensive rating. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a standout performance with 39 points, outshining Dončić, as the Thunder showcased their dominance as the West’s top seed. Despite missing Chet Holmgren, the Thunder are now two wins away from securing over $500,000 in NBA Cup prize money, moving closer to their ultimate goal.
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Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro, known for his defense and 49% 3-point shooting this season, will be out for at least two weeks due to a sprained right shoulder. The team will miss Okoro's defensive prowess against upcoming star players, with coach Kenny Atkinson praising his versatility and impact. While Okoro is reevaluated, the Cavaliers may benefit from the return of Max Strus, who is close to coming back after missing the season so far...
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