- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points for a third consecutive game, adding 8 rebounds and 5 assists
- Thunder dominated the fourth quarter, turning a tight game into a blowout win
- Oklahoma City secured their seventh straight victory, improving to 53-11, while Denver remain third at 41-23
Key Takeaways:
Oklahoma City Thunder reaffirmed their dominance in the NBA with a convincing 127-103 victory over the Denver Nuggets at Paycom Center. The game remained competitive for three quarters, but the Thunder exploded offensively in the final stretch to claim their seventh straight win and halt Denver’s two-game streak.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the standout performer, scoring 40 points for the third game in a row, along with 8 rebounds and 5 assists. Jaylen Williams provided crucial support with 26 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists, while Chet Holmgren contributed 14 points and 8 boards.
Denver started strong, with Nikola Jokić and Michael Porter Jr. helping the Nuggets build an early double-digit lead. However, Gilgeous-Alexander ignited Oklahoma City’s offense, keeping the game close at halftime with a narrow 61-60 lead.
The Thunder took control in the second half, using strong plays from Williams and Gilgeous-Alexander to open a double-digit advantage. Denver attempted a late rally behind Jamal Murray, Jokic, and Porter Jr., but Oklahoma City’s final-quarter push sealed the victory.
Jokic (24 points, 13 rebounds, 9 assists) and Porter Jr. (24 points, 15 rebounds) led Denver in scoring, with Christian Braun adding 19 points and Murray finishing with 17. The two teams will face off again in a rematch at the same venue within the next 24 hours.