👋 Good morning! - I don’t know what’s going on in the NBA right now, but every night somebody’s dropping 50 like it’s a pickup game. These dudes must be sipping that Space Jam Secret Stuff, because the way the buckets are flying, defense clearly didn’t make the trip. - Ali Jawad

The Mavericks again came up short at home, falling to the Thunder after battling back late.

After a sluggish start, Oklahoma City managed to open a gap in the second half, and despite a spirited Dallas rally, OKC held on.

The Mavericks’ offense struggled to string sustained runs together, and their defensive lapses allowed the Thunder to stay just out of reach.

Dallas did show some signs of life down the stretch, managing to cut a double-digit deficit to within striking distance thanks to increased urgency and better execution on both ends.

Nevertheless, Oklahoma City steadied themselves, converting key baskets and winning the push-and-pit area that swung the late minutes their way.

Even in defeat, the Mavericks found energy in the fourth quarter, and the team avoided some previously recurring mistakes. That said, the larger issues remain, consistency, offensive flow and late-game poise, and if Dallas wants to avoid more home setbacks, those must improve this week.

Also hopefully Cooper Flagg is ok.

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Can the Cowboys find any answers before Monday Night Football? Plus, Magic Marker Monday!

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DLLS Rangers team dive into what such a move would mean for the roster, the lineup, and the Rangers’ path back to the World Series.

Something to think about.

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Ali Jawad
Dallas Cowboys ​Content Creator/Newsletter Writer
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