It’s a time of jubilation in Oklahoma as the city’s G-League team, the Oklahoma City Blue, secures their inaugural G-League championship title. Facing off against the Maine Celtics in the G-League Finals, the OKC Blue emerged victorious.
The showdown unfolded at the Porto Expo Building on a Monday night, culminating in a resounding 117-100 victory for the OKC Blue over Maine. Thunder’s Ousmane Deing shone brightly, earning the MVP title with 25 points, six rebounds, six assists, and two crucial blocks.
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The game kicked off with Oklahoma City dominating the first half, establishing a solid 29-22 lead. Their momentum surged in the second quarter, outscoring Maine by 16 points to head into halftime with a commanding 63-40 lead.
After winning, the Oklahoma City Blue players celebrate wildly
Despite a fierce battle in the third and fourth quarters, the OKC Blue maintained their lead, entering the final moments with a score of 92-67. Maine attempted a desperate comeback, but Oklahoma held firm.
As the final buzzer sounded, the OKC Blue made history as first-time G-League champions. Supporting Deing’s stellar performance was Lindy Water III, contributing 15 points and 11 rebounds.
Other two-way players also played vital roles: Olivier Sarr scored 10 points with 13 rebounds, Keyontae Johnson added 14 points, Adam Flagler netted 13 points, and Jahmi’us Ramsey contributed 18 points coming off the bench.
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The locker room erupted in jubilation, captured in a celebratory video shared on social media by the official NBA G-League account. Players rejoiced, champagne bottles in hand, exuding joy and excitement.
Amid cheers, they posed for cameras, capturing unforgettable moments with the championship trophy, marking a historic milestone for the Oklahoma City Blue.