The Oklahoma City Thunder defeat the Dallas Mavericks, 117-95, in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way for the Thunder with 29 points, 9 rebounds, and a Playoff career-high 9 assists, while Jalen Williams (18 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists) and Chet Holmgren (19 points, 7 rebounds, 3 blocks) added a combined 37 points in the victory. Luka Doncic tallied 19 points, 6 rebounds, and 9 assists for the Mavericks in the losing effort. The Thunder lead this best-of-seven series, 1-0, with Game 2 taking place on Thursday, May 9 (9:30 p.m. ET, ESPN).

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