Flagg’s 26 points lead Mavs past Thunder 120-96

A Decisive Home Victory

The Dallas Mavericks secured a commanding 120-96 victory over the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night, October 28, 2026. Playing in front of 18,111 fans at American Airlines Center, Dallas established control early and maintained their advantage throughout the contest to improve their record to 3-2.

First Half Dominance

Dallas opened the scoring with a 33-30 lead after the first quarter. The Mavericks extended their margin in the second period, outscoring Oklahoma City 32-29. By halftime, Cooper Flagg had already made his presence felt, contributing significantly to the offensive output that saw Dallas build a comfortable cushion.

The home team’s efficient shooting in the opening 24 minutes set the tone for the remainder of the game.

Third Quarter Extension

The Mavericks continued to pull away in the third quarter, winning the period 29-22. Cooper Flagg remained the focal point of the Dallas offense, finishing with a game-high 26 points. His playmaking was also crucial, as he dished out eight assists. Daniel Gafford controlled the glass for Dallas, grabbing 11 rebounds to help secure the interior advantage.

Closing Out the Game

Oklahoma City attempted to rally in the fourth quarter, but the Mavericks held firm, winning the final period 26-15. Ajay Mitchell led the Thunder with 29 points, while Jared McCain contributed four assists and Isaiah Hartenstein pulled down 14 rebounds for Oklahoma City. Despite these efforts, the Thunder could not close the gap against a Dallas team that finished strong.

Final Records

With this win, the Dallas Mavericks move to 3-2 on the season. The Oklahoma City Thunder drop to 4-1 following the loss. The game concluded with the final score of 120-96 in favor of Dallas.

Sources

ESPN