Alex Caruso of the Oklahoma City Thunder recorded a notable performance against the Dallas Mavericks on January 23, 2025. He achieved a milestone with 5 assists, exceeding his projection by that amount. Additionally, he led his team in blocks during the game. Caruso played for 21 minutes, surpassing his expected time on the court.
In the game against the Mavericks, the Thunder lost by a margin of six points with a final score of 121-115. Despite the loss, Caruso contributed significantly with his assists and defensive efforts. His shooting was efficient as well, making three out of five shots overall and two out of four from beyond the arc.
Caruso’s performance added value to his team’s efforts even though they fell short in this matchup. His contributions were part of a broader team effort where Jalen Williams also stood out with 33 points and seven assists. The Thunder’s field goal percentage was solid at 47.7%, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win over the Mavericks.
