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Recap - Thunder Defeat Dallas 117-111

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander poured in 38 points for Oklahoma City on Saturday, as they defeated Dallas 117-111 at American Airlines Center.

The Thunder were a +10.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 218.5.

Luguentz Dort had 16 points for Oklahoma City and Isaiah Joe chipped in with 15 points. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 9 assists for the Thunder, while Darius Bazley was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

Dallas got 31 points from Luka Doncic in a losing cause and another 20 points from Spencer Dinwiddie. Luka Doncic contributed 10 assists for the Mavericks, while Luka Doncic had 16 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Dallas were victorious, as the score was 51-46 at the break.

Dallas had a 49-47 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Oklahoma City heads into a battle against the Magic. Dallas, meanwhile, will have their next action against Orlando.