Oklahoma City’s second scoring option will have to rise to the level of bonafide superstars against the Mavericks.
Oklahoma City knocked off New Orleans in the first round behind a team-first approach. Every starter had a moment and made a big impact in each game. In a complete sweep, that’s what’s necessary.
If this turns into a battle of the stars though, the series could rest on the shoulders of Jalen Williams. Dallas has two superstars in Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving who could lead the team in scoring on any given night. Both have been on the big stage and have had huge playoff moments. Oklahoma City’s game plan will be centered around stopping the Mavericks duo.
The first-round sweep against the Pelicans was a good sign in determining how Williams will rise to the occasion in the postseason. The originator of Oklahoma City’s constant barking averaged 21.3 points, 7.3 rebounds and 5.0 assists per game against New Orleans. His minutes rose from an average of 31 per game in the regular season to 37 a game in the playoffs.
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