Thunder remain winless after 97-87 loss to Mavericks in Summer League
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 10:49 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder lost 97-87 to the Dallas Mavericks in the Summer League on July 16. The Thunder struggled throughout, remaining winless after seven games across Utah and Las Vegas. Despite a strong start, they fell behind due to a significant 20-2 run by Dallas in the third quarter. The Mavericks demonstrated better shooting and depth, with six players scoring in double figures. Barnhizer led the Thunder with 21 points, while Poulakidas topped the Mavericks with 19. The loss continues to highlight the Thunder's challenges as they finalize their roster for the upcoming season.
- •Thunder are winless in Summer League with a record of 0-7.
- •Mavericks showcased strong shooting and depth with six players scoring double digits.
- •Thunder had a strong start but fell behind significantly in the third quarter.
- •Brooks Barnhizer led Oklahoma City with 21 points and 12 rebounds.
- •Mavericks' Poulakidas scored 19 points in the win.
- 10:49 PMYahoo Sports — Player grades: Thunder still winless in Summer League after 97-87 loss to Mavericks
"Player grades for the Oklahoma City Thunder's 97-87 Summer League loss to the Dallas Mavericks.
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