Game 4 saw the Thunder steal one back on the road, as they stormed back with a 35-point fourth quarter. After four games, both teams have a home and away win. This series has exactly followed Dallas’ first-round series, which they went on to win Game 5 and Game 6.

OKC’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is earning his superstar status this round. The 25-year-old Canadian has led the Thunder in scoring in every game this series and is coming off a playoff-best 34 points in Game 4. A hurt Luka Doncic for Dallas isn’t doing so hot. Doncic Is averaging 22 points a game this series but had 40 points combined in Dallas’ two home games, most recently going six for 20 from the field.

Tip-off for Game 5 at Paycom Center Wednesday goes at 9:30 p.m. EDT with the Thunder -4.5 on the point spread and -175 on the moneyline. The total is 212.5 on the NBA odds.

Mavericks vs. Thunder NBA Betting Odds

The under hit for the third time in four games this series and has improved to 6-2 in the playoffs for the Thunder. Over their eight playoff games, OKC’s now held their opponent to under 100 points six times and are 6-0 in those games. OKC is 0-2 when their opponent scores over 100.

After splitting the first four games —and OKC winning the most recent one — the Thunder are back near the top of the board to win the NBA championship at +850 odds. OKC is now -155 to win this series. When it comes to series outcomes, Dallas in six has the longest odds at +375.

Dallas Mavericks

While Doncic being hurt, to go with a lacklustre second-round performance from Kyrie Irving, are two easy excuses to how this series got back even after Game 4, at the same time Dallas could’ve made five more free throws and the narrative would be a 3-1 Mavericks series lead over the top seed in the West. Instead, Dallas shot 12 for 23 from the charity stripe and here we are heading tied into Game 5. Donic hit four of his six free throws and was the only Mavs player to shoot above 50 per cent from the line in Game 4.

But Doncic had a rough night overall and finished with just 18 points. P.J. Washington led Dallas in scoring for the third straight game, which is concerning for a team with Doncic and Irving — especially when the game-high in Game 4 was 21 from Washington.

Oklahoma City Thunder

After scoring 65 points through three quarters in Game 4, something had to change or else it would’ve been big trouble for the Thunder. After being led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren, the Thunder managed to score 35 in the final quarter and get a much-needed road win. Gilgeous-Alexander had a series-high 34 points and did all his scoring without making a three (and only attempting one). Holmgren knocked down a clutch three and finished with 18 points, nine rebounds, and four blocks — series highs for the latter two categories.

OKC’s magic formula in the playoffs is to play to 100 — which speaks more to their defence. Lu Dort is often the unsung hero for the Thunder and the elite defender is just as advertised this series, seeing a heavy load of Doncic.

NBA Prediction: Who Will Win Mavericks vs. Thunder Game 5?

• Regular Season
• Playoffs

Mavericks Team Leaders

DAL

Points	Luka Doncic 33.86
Assists	Luka Doncic 9.8
Rebounds	Luka Doncic 9.24
FG%	Daniel Gafford 78
Steals	Alex Fudge 1.5
Blocks	Daniel Gafford 1.93

OKC

Points	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.05
Assists	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 6.2
Rebounds	Chet Holmgren 7.9
FG%	Bismack Biyombo 58.3
Steals	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 2
Blocks	Chet Holmgren 2.32

DAL

Points	Luka Doncic 28.86
Assists	Luka Doncic 8.09
Rebounds	Luka Doncic 9.45
FG%	Dereck Lively II 67.4
Steals	Luka Doncic 1.86
Blocks	Daniel Gafford 1.5

OKC

Points	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.2
Assists	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 6.4
Rebounds	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 7.2
FG%	Ousmane Dieng 50
Steals	Jalen Williams 1.7
Blocks	Chet Holmgren 2.5

• Regular Season
• Playoffs

Thunder Team Leaders

DAL

Points	Luka Doncic 33.86
Assists	Luka Doncic 9.8
Rebounds	Luka Doncic 9.24
FG%	Daniel Gafford 78
Steals	Alex Fudge 1.5
Blocks	Daniel Gafford 1.93

OKC

Points	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.05
Assists	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 6.2
Rebounds	Chet Holmgren 7.9
FG%	Bismack Biyombo 58.3
Steals	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 2
Blocks	Chet Holmgren 2.32

DAL

Points	Luka Doncic 28.86
Assists	Luka Doncic 8.09
Rebounds	Luka Doncic 9.45
FG%	Dereck Lively II 67.4
Steals	Luka Doncic 1.86
Blocks	Daniel Gafford 1.5

OKC

Points	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.2
Assists	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 6.4
Rebounds	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 7.2
FG%	Ousmane Dieng 50
Steals	Jalen Williams 1.7
Blocks	Chet Holmgren 2.5

Injuries

Dallas

Tim Hardaway Jr. (SG)

Prob Tues Ankle - 06 / 05 / 24

Maxi Kleber (PF)

Doub Tues Shoulder - 04 / 05 / 24

Tim Hardaway Jr. (SG)

Prob Tues Ankle - 24 / 04 / 24

Daniel Gafford (PF)

Ques Fri Back - 24 / 04 / 24

Tim Hardaway Jr. (SG)

Prob Sun Illness - 20 / 04 / 24

Maxi Kleber (PF)

Prob Sun Back - 13 / 04 / 24

Dante Exum (PG)

Prob Sun Foot - 13 / 04 / 24

Derrick Jones Jr. (SF)

Prob Sun Shoulder - 13 / 04 / 24

Daniel Gafford (PF)

Prob Sun Elbow - 13 / 04 / 24

P.J. Washington (PF)

Prob Sun Ankle - 13 / 04 / 24

Oklahoma City

Josh Giddey (SG)

Prob Sun Hip - 12 / 04 / 24

Luguentz Dort (SG)

Out Wed Rest - 10 / 04 / 24

Jaylin Williams (PF)

Prob Wed Back - 10 / 04 / 24

Isaiah Joe (PG)

Prob Sun Ankle - 06 / 04 / 24

Gordon Hayward (SF)

Prob Wed Leg - 05 / 04 / 24

Luguentz Dort (SG)

Prob Tues Nose - 24 / 03 / 24

Bismack Biyombo (C)

Prob Fri Undisclosed - 06 / 03 / 24

Jaylin Williams (PF)

Prob Fri Knee - 01 / 03 / 24

Gordon Hayward (SF)

Prob Thurs Calf - 11 / 02 / 24

Lindy Waters III (SF)

Ques Tues Ankle - 06 / 02 / 24

Injuries

Dallas

player (position)	status		ats*current	o/u*	notes
Tim Hardaway Jr. (SG)	Prob Tues	Ankle - 06 / 05 / 24	9-6	7-9	+ -
Hardaway Jr. is dealing with a right ankle sprain, but he is likely to suit up against the Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference second round.
Maxi Kleber (PF)	Doub Tues	Shoulder - 04 / 05 / 24	10-6	8-9	+ -
Kleber is hampered by a dislocation of the AC joint in his right shoulder, and is not expected to play in Game 4 against the Timberwolves on Tuesday.
Tim Hardaway Jr. (SG)	Prob Tues	Ankle - 24 / 04 / 24	12-8	9-12	+ -
Hardaway Jr. is dealing with a right ankle sprain, and he is likely to suit up against the Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference second round.
Daniel Gafford (PF)	Ques Fri	Back - 24 / 04 / 24	12-8	9-12	+ -
Gafford is hindered by lower-back soreness, and it is up in the air if he will line up for Game 3 of the Western Conference first round versus the Clippers.
Tim Hardaway Jr. (SG)	Prob Sun	Illness - 20 / 04 / 24	12-9	9-13	+ -
Hardaway is ailing from an illness, but it is not expected to impact his status for Game 1 of the Western Conference first round versus the Clippers.
Maxi Kleber (PF)	Prob Sun	Back - 13 / 04 / 24	13-10	9-15	+ -
Kleber is dealing with back spasms, but it is forecasted that he will be available for Game 1 of the Western Conference first round versus the Clippers.
Dante Exum (PG)	Prob Sun	Foot - 13 / 04 / 24	13-10	9-15	+ -
Exum is laid up with a right foot sprain, but it is predicted that he will participate in Game 1 of the Western Conference first round against the Clippers.
Derrick Jones Jr. (SF)	Prob Sun	Shoulder - 13 / 04 / 24	13-10	9-15	+ -
Jones is hampered by a left shoulder sprain, but it is projected that he will line up against the Clippers in Game 1 of the Western Conference first round.
Daniel Gafford (PF)	Prob Sun	Elbow - 13 / 04 / 24	13-10	9-15	+ -
Gafford is tending to right elbow soreness, but it is expected that he will take on the Clippers in Game 1 of the Western Conference first round.
P.J. Washington (PF)	Prob Sun	Ankle - 13 / 04 / 24	13-10	9-15	+ -
Washington is nursing a right ankle sprain, but it is likely that he will face the Clippers in Game 1 of the Western Conference first round.

Oklahoma City

player (position)	status		ats*current	o/u*	notes
Josh Giddey (SG)	Prob Sun	Hip - 12 / 04 / 24	8-4	3-9	+ -
Giddey missed the previous contest with a right hip contusion, but it is forecasted that he will suit up Sunday against the Mavericks.
Luguentz Dort (SG)	Out Wed	Rest - 10 / 04 / 24	9-4	3-10	+ -
Dort will not play against the Spurs on Wednesday as he will receive a day of rest.
Jaylin Williams (PF)	Prob Wed	Back - 10 / 04 / 24	9-4	3-10	+ -
Williams has a lower-back contusion, but it is likely that he will dress for Wednesday's matchup with the Spurs.
Isaiah Joe (PG)	Prob Sun	Ankle - 06 / 04 / 24	9-6	5-10	+ -
Joe is expected to be in Sunday's lineup versus the Hornets despite a right ankle sprain.
Gordon Hayward (SF)	Prob Wed	Leg - 05 / 04 / 24	9-7	6-10	+ -
Hayward has missed the last two contests with left leg soreness, but it is expected that he will face the Spurs on Wednesday.
Luguentz Dort (SG)	Prob Tues	Nose - 24 / 03 / 24	12-11	10-13	+ -
Dort was removed from the previous game with a nasal contusion, but it is anticipated that he will be available for Tuesday's matchup with the Pelicans.
Bismack Biyombo (C)	Prob Fri	Undisclosed - 06 / 03 / 24	13-18	13-18	+ -
Biyombo exited the last game with an unknown issue, but it is not expected to affect his status for Friday's clash against the Heat.
Jaylin Williams (PF)	Prob Fri	Knee - 01 / 03 / 24	15-19	14-20	+ -
Williams has been absent the previous two matchups due to a left knee sprain, but it is likely that he will play Friday against the Heat.
Gordon Hayward (SF)	Prob Thurs	Calf - 11 / 02 / 24	20-20	19-20-1	+ -
Hayward has missed the previous two games due to left calf strain, but it is likely that he will suit up Thursday versus the Clippers.
Lindy Waters III (SF)	Ques Tues	Ankle - 06 / 02 / 24	20-22	21-20-1	+ -
Waters III is hampered by a left ankle strain, and it has yet to be determined if he will play the Jazz on Tuesday.