Dirk has 32 as Mavs defeat Thunder in overtime

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) reacts after hitting a three point basket in overtime against the Oklahoma City Thunde at American Airlines Center. [Photo/Agencies]

WASHINGTON - Veteran scorer Dirk Nowitzki had 32 points, including seven in the overtime, to help the Dallas Mavericks beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-108 on Tuesday.

Nowitzki had 10 rebounds and six assists along with his 32 points.

Point guard Jose Calderon made six out of his nine three-point attempts to get 22 points for the Mavs. Vince Carter finished with 16 points off the bench.

Kevin Durant made a game-high 43 points. Russell Westbrook got 23 points, but none for the overtime.