The Dallas Mavericks dominated their first game in the 2025-2026 preseason. They defeated the 2025 NBA champions Oklahoma City Thunder , by a decent margin. The final score of the game stood at 106-89. Even though the Thunder guard Brooks Barnhizer scored the highest across the game, the Mavericks managed to pull off the win. It was the combined efforts of P.J. Washington, Jaden Hardy and the rookie Cooper Flagg . Flagg stole the limelight in his debut preseason game .
Dallas Mavericks defeats Oklahoma City Thunder with a 17-point leadThe Dallas Mavericks pulled off an interesting start to the game. From the first quarter itself, the Mavericks maintained a lead over the Oklahoma City Thunder. The first half of the game ended with a score of 66-40 favoring the Mavericks. The Thunder team tried to close in on the margin with a 10-point lead in the third quarter. However, it did not suffice, and towards the end of the fourth quarter, the Mavericks managed to take a 17-point lead over the 2025 NBA champions.
P.J. Washington, Jaden Hardy, Max Christie and Cooper Flagg led the team to its first preseason win. Washington racked up a score of 14 with 3 rebounds and 1 assist, followed by Hardy and Christie, who added 12 points each to the team’s total score. However, it was Cooper’s debut performance that stole the limelight. The rookie player added 10 points with 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Mavericks fans can expect some breathtaking performances from Cooper in the upcoming season.
When is Dallas Mavericks’ next game?With a stunning start to the preseason, the Dallas Mavericks will be facing the Charlotte Hornets next. The match has been scheduled for October 11. Mavericks’ last win shall serve as a booster for the team in their next match. After all, the win was against the 2025 NBA champions. Cooper’s performance grabbed everyone’s attention in those 14 minutes.
Seems like the team has gotten back from the setback in the last season. At this rate, fans are in for a treat from the Mavericks in the upcoming season.
When is Oklahoma City Thunder’s next game?After a setback in the second game of the preseason, the Oklahoma City Thunder has the pressure to get back into the game. The team will be facing the Charlotte Hornets next, scheduled for October 9. The Thunder team had a great start in the preseason with their win against the Hornets.
Fans are in for some interesting debut performances in the upcoming season across different teams.
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Dallas Mavericks defeats Oklahoma City Thunder with a 17-point leadThe Dallas Mavericks pulled off an interesting start to the game. From the first quarter itself, the Mavericks maintained a lead over the Oklahoma City Thunder. The first half of the game ended with a score of 66-40 favoring the Mavericks. The Thunder team tried to close in on the margin with a 10-point lead in the third quarter. However, it did not suffice, and towards the end of the fourth quarter, the Mavericks managed to take a 17-point lead over the 2025 NBA champions.
MAVS WIN!!!!@chime // #MFFL pic.twitter.com/GKtFl2HKhq
— Dallas Mavericks (@dallasmavs) October 7, 2025
P.J. Washington, Jaden Hardy, Max Christie and Cooper Flagg led the team to its first preseason win. Washington racked up a score of 14 with 3 rebounds and 1 assist, followed by Hardy and Christie, who added 12 points each to the team’s total score. However, it was Cooper’s debut performance that stole the limelight. The rookie player added 10 points with 6 rebounds and 3 assists. Mavericks fans can expect some breathtaking performances from Cooper in the upcoming season.
When is Dallas Mavericks’ next game?With a stunning start to the preseason, the Dallas Mavericks will be facing the Charlotte Hornets next. The match has been scheduled for October 11. Mavericks’ last win shall serve as a booster for the team in their next match. After all, the win was against the 2025 NBA champions. Cooper’s performance grabbed everyone’s attention in those 14 minutes.
Cooper Flagg’s first preseason game as a Maverick -
— Hoopsy (@KrisWalkerz) October 7, 2025
10 PTS
6 REB
3 AST
1 BLK
in just 14 minutes! 📷 pic.twitter.com/BGyQDgXuii
Seems like the team has gotten back from the setback in the last season. At this rate, fans are in for a treat from the Mavericks in the upcoming season.
When is Oklahoma City Thunder’s next game?After a setback in the second game of the preseason, the Oklahoma City Thunder has the pressure to get back into the game. The team will be facing the Charlotte Hornets next, scheduled for October 9. The Thunder team had a great start in the preseason with their win against the Hornets.
Starting off preseason with a W ✔️ pic.twitter.com/Q7CIFK48RQ
— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) October 5, 2025
Fans are in for some interesting debut performances in the upcoming season across different teams.
Also Read: Bronny James exchanges a playful jab with Draymond Green over LeBron James’ Second Decision announcement
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