The Mavericks will try to punch their ticket to the Western Conference Finals when they take on the Thunder in Game 6 of their second-round series on Saturday night.
Dallas holds a 3-2 advantage in the series after a 104-92 victory in Oklahoma City on Wednesday evening. Luka Doncic notched a 31-point, 11-assist, 10-rebound triple-double, while four other Mavericks scored in double-digits.
The big story, though, was Dallas’ stingy defense, a sudden trademark throughout this playoff run. The Thunder shot just 25 percent from beyond the arc, while the Mavericks dominated the rebounding battle, 46-33.
To force a Game 7, OKC will need more from its supporting cast. Chet Holmgren has been quiet in the three losses, while Jalen Williams had just 12 points in 39 minutes in Game 5. That lack of production has left Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to shoulder an outsized burden.
Though the Mavericks have now stolen the home-court advantage from the Thunder, they have lost twice on their home floor in the playoffs.
Here is everything you need to know about Thunder vs. Mavericks, including TV and streaming options for the game.
What channel is Thunder vs. Mavericks on today?
- Date: Saturday, May 18
- TV channel: ABC
- Live stream: Sling
Game 6 of Thunder vs. Mavericks will air nationally on ABC. The game can also be streamed on Sling.
Sling is the home for sports fans, as it offers a wide a range of channels. You can always cheer for your favorite teams with channels like ESPN, TBS, TNT, NFL Network, FS1 and more.
In the United Kingdom, select playoff games are available to watch on TNT Sports and stream on Discovery+. In India, fans can catch select playoff games on Sports 18 and JioCinema (check local listings). Games can also be streamed via NBA League Pass.
If Thunder vs. Mavericks is not available to watch live in your location, or if you’re traveling abroad, you can use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs provide a secure and private online connection, allowing you to bypass geographical restrictions to access your favorite streaming services.
Thunder vs. Mavericks start time
- Date: Saturday, May 18
- Time: 8 p.m. ET | 7 p.m. CT
Game 6 of Thunder vs. Mavericks is slated to begin at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday, May 18. The game will be played at the American Airlines Center in Dallas.
Thunder vs. Mavericks radio station
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Thunder vs. Mavericks tickets
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Thunder vs. Mavericks odds via BetMGM
Dallas is a 3.5-point favorite heading into Game 6. For the full market, check out BetMGM, an authorized gaming operator of the NBA.
| Game Lines | Thunder | Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +3.5 | -3.5 |
| Moneyline | +140 | -165 |
Thunder vs. Mavericks schedule
Here is the complete schedule for the NBA Playoff series between the Thunder and Mavericks:
(1) Thunder vs. (5) Mavericks — Dallas leads 3-2
| Date | Game/Result | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
| May 7 | Thunder 117, Mavericks 95 | — | — |
| May 9 | Mavericks 119, Thunder 110 | — | — |
| May 11 | Mavericks 105, Thunder 101 | — | — |
| May 13 | Thunder 100, Mavericks 96 | — | — |
| May 15 | Mavericks 104, Thunder 92 | — | — |
| May 18 | Game 6 | 8 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| May 20 | Game 7* | 8:30 p.m. | TNT, Sling |
*If necessary