The Oklahoma City Thunder suffered a 120-96 defeat against the Dallas Mavericks on October 28, 2026, at American Airlines Center in Dallas. The loss highlighted the impact of missing players on the Thunder roster, as they struggled to contain the Mavericks' offense.
Dallas guard Kyrie Irving and Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander were among the key figures on the court. Irving contributed to the Mavericks' dominant performance, while Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder's efforts in a game that saw Dallas pull away early and maintain control throughout.
The result underscores the challenges Oklahoma City faces when key contributors are unavailable, with the team's depth tested against a strong Dallas side.
