Josiah Thompson's Last-Second Heroics Stun Mavericks in Dallas
Unforgettable Buzzer-Beater Seals Thrilling Victory for Thunder
Thunder Guard's Incredible Shot Sends Shockwaves Through American Airlines Center
In a heart-stopping finish, Josiah Thompson's buzzer-beating three-pointer lifted the Oklahoma City Thunder to a stunning 115-114 victory over the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on Tuesday night.
With the Thunder trailing by one point and just 4.1 seconds remaining, Thompson received the inbound pass and raced up the court. As the clock ticked down, he pulled up from well behind the three-point line and launched a desperation shot.
The ball sailed through the air and swished through the net as the buzzer sounded, sending the Thunder bench into a frenzy and the Mavericks crowd into stunned silence.
Thompson's Late-Game Heroics
- Thompson's three-pointer was just his second of the game.
- He had been struggling from the field, shooting 1-of-7 before his game-winning shot.
- The Thunder had been trailing for most of the game until Thompson's heroics.
Thunder's Resurgent Season
Thompson's buzzer-beater was a fitting end to a remarkable season for the Thunder, who have exceeded expectations under first-year head coach Mark Daigneault.
Despite losing star player Chris Paul to injury, the Thunder have remained competitive, currently sitting in seventh place in the Western Conference with a 31-22 record.
Mavericks' Disappointing Loss
For the Mavericks, Thompson's shot was a cruel blow that extended their losing streak to five games.
The loss dropped Dallas to 21-32 on the season, leaving them in ninth place in the Western Conference and on the outside looking in at the play-in tournament.
Conclusion
Josiah Thompson's buzzer-beating three-pointer will go down as one of the most memorable moments of the NBA season. It was a moment that showcased the Thunder's resilience and the Mavericks' struggles.
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