The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the visiting Dallas Mavericks, 117-95, in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semi Finals at Paycom Center on Tuesday evening.

The game got out to a competitive start and was tied at 23, heading into the second quarter. The pace picked up in the second, where the Thunder pushed ahead to a nine-point advantage by halftime. The hosts stayed in control through the third and increased their lead to 10 points, entering the final frame. The Mavs had no answers down the stretch, as the Thunder charged to the 1-0 series lead.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 29 points, nine rebounds, nine assists, a steal and two blocks, in 37 minutes. Chet Holmgren followed up with 19 points, seven rebounds, two steals and three blocks, while Jalen Williams logged 18 points, five rebounds, five assists and a block.

Meanwhile, Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 20 points, three assists, two steals and a block, in 37 minutes of action. Luka Doncic followed up with 19 points, six rebounds, nine assists and two steals, while Daniel Gafford totaled 16 points, 11 rebounds and five blocks.

Game 2 is scheduled for Thursday in OKC.