Thunder Dominates Bulls, 114-95, in Season Opener
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Thunder Dominates Bulls, 114-95, in Season Opener

Associated Press  

The Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Chicago Bulls in their season opener, winning 114-95. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 23 points, while Chet Holmgren added 21 points and 16 rebounds. The Thunder dominated the first half, leading 59-39 before taking a 59-39 lead to the locker room. The Bulls struggled from the outside, shooting only 15 of 53 3-pointers and making just 15 of 53 3-pointers. The Thunder will look to build on their early season success when they host the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday, while the Bulls visit Memphis on Monday.

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NBA Cup: Giannis Antetokounmpo carries Bucks past Thunder in final
5 days, 13 hours ago

NBA Cup: Giannis Antetokounmpo carries Bucks past Thunder in final

The Hindu  

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 26 points, grabbed 18 rebounds and dished 10 assists to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to the NBA Cup title with a 97-81 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday. The bucket came directly following back-to-back technical fouls on Thunder forward Luguentz Dort and coach Mike Daigneault, leading to two free throws that Lillard sank. Hartenstein paced …

NBA Cup: Giannis stars in Milwaukee Bucks’ win against Atalanta Hawks, to face Oklahoma City Thunder in final
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1 week, 1 day ago

NBA Cup: Giannis stars in Milwaukee Bucks’ win against Atalanta Hawks, to face Oklahoma City Thunder in final

The Hindu  

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 32 points and grabbed 14 rebounds on Saturday to spark the Milwaukee Bucks into the NBA Cup final with a 110-102 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. We’ve got to keep playing together and hope we get better.” Two Jalen Johnson dunks late in the third quarter gave the Hawks an 83-82 lead entering the fourth. The game …

NBA Cup semifinals: Thunder beat Rockets to advance to final
1 week, 2 days ago

NBA Cup semifinals: Thunder beat Rockets to advance to final

LA Times  

Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander attempts a layup after slipping past Rockets center Steven Adams during the first half of an NBA Cup semifinal game in Las Vegas on Saturday night. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 20 of his 32 points in the second half, and the Oklahoma City Thunder pulled away late Saturday night to defeat the Houston Rockets 111-96 and advance …

Oklahoma City puts home win streak on the line against Houston
1 week, 3 days ago

Oklahoma City puts home win streak on the line against Houston

Associated Press  

Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Las Vegas; Saturday, 8:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Thunder -6; over/under is 213.5 BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City will try to keep its three-game home win streak intact when the Thunder play Houston. Houston ranks fourth in the league scoring 17.8 fast break points per game led by Tari Eason averaging 3.7. LAST 10 …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 39 as Thunder beat Mavericks 118-104, advance to NBA Cup semifinals
1 week, 5 days ago

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 39 as Thunder beat Mavericks 118-104, advance to NBA Cup semifinals

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 39 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Dallas Mavericks 118-104 on Tuesday night in an NBA Cup quarterfinal. Jalen Williams scored 18 points and Isaiah Hartenstein added 10 points and 13 rebounds for the Thunder, who will play Wednesday’s Golden State-Houston winner in a semifinal on Saturday in Las Vegas. Oklahoma City’s …

Bucks and Thunder punch tickets to NBA Cup semifinals
1 week, 6 days ago

Bucks and Thunder punch tickets to NBA Cup semifinals

CNN  

CNN — The second annual NBA Cup’s knockout phase began with a Tuesday night doubleheader of quarterfinal games. “So, I think all of us are thinking, going back and finishing what we started last year and doing it right this time.” Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shoots a three against the Dallas Mavericks. Nate Billings/AP Thunder top Mavs with …

Houston takes on Oklahoma City after Green’s 41-point showing
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Houston takes on Oklahoma City after Green’s 41-point showing

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets Houston; Sunday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Houston plays the Oklahoma City Thunder after Jalen Green scored 41 points in the Houston Rockets’ 122-115 overtime win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Oklahoma City ranks eighth in the Western Conference scoring 48.5 points per game in the paint led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaging 13.6. LAST 10 …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 36 points as Thunder defeat Lakers 101-93 in NBA Cup game
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 36 points as Thunder defeat Lakers 101-93 in NBA Cup game

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 36 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter, and the Oklahoma City Thunder held on for a 101-93 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in an NBA Cup game on Friday night. Dalton Knecht scored 20 points, including five 3-pointers for the Lakers, who have dropped four of their last five. Key moment The …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 35 as Thunder hold off Warriors without Stephen Curry, 105-101
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 35 as Thunder hold off Warriors without Stephen Curry, 105-101

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points, Jalen Williams exited late in the first half with a right eye injury and the Oklahoma City Thunder held off the Curry-less Golden State Warriors 105-101 on Wednesday night. Takeaways Thunder: Oklahoma City capitalized for 15 first-half points of Golden State’s 11 turnovers. Warriors: Golden State dropped to 3-1 without Curry this …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 37 and Thunder bench scores 40 in OKC’s 130-109 rout of Kings
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 37 and Thunder bench scores 40 in OKC’s 130-109 rout of Kings

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 37 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder’s bench players combined for 40 points in a 130-109 win over Sacramento on Monday night that extended the Kings’ losing streak to four. The Kings bench scored half of what the Thunder’s bench did, and Sacramento shot just 25% from 3-point range. The Thunder will play the …

Williams scores 30, Hartenstein has double-double in season debut as Thunder beat Trail Blazers
1 month ago

Williams scores 30, Hartenstein has double-double in season debut as Thunder beat Trail Blazers

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Jalen Williams scored 30 points, Isaiah Hartenstein had a double-double in his season debut, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Portland Trail Blazers 109-99 on Wednesday night. Alex Caruso scored 17 points to help Oklahoma City’s bench outscore Portland’s 44-31. Trail Blazers: Oklahoma City scored 28 points off Portland’s 24 turnovers. Key moment Oklahoma City trailed …

Antetokounmpo scores 41 points as Bucks beat Bulls 122-106 for 4th win in 5 games
1 month ago

Antetokounmpo scores 41 points as Bucks beat Bulls 122-106 for 4th win in 5 games

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 41 points, nine rebounds and eight assists as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Chicago Bulls 122-106 on Wednesday night. Brook Lopez scored 21 points, Damian Lillard had 20 points and 10 assists, and AJ Green added 18 points to help the Bucks win for the fourth time in five games following a 2-8 start. Takeaways …

Milwaukee takes home win streak into matchup with Chicago
1 month ago

Milwaukee takes home win streak into matchup with Chicago

Associated Press  

Chicago Bulls vs. Milwaukee Bucks Milwaukee; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Milwaukee will try to keep its three-game home win streak alive when the Bucks face Chicago. Chicago is sixth in the Eastern Conference with 16.3 fast break points per game led by Zach LaVine averaging 5.7. LAST 10 GAMES: Bucks: 4-6, averaging 109.1 points, 43.2 rebounds, 22.9 assists, …

New Orleans visits Oklahoma City following Gilgeous-Alexander’s 45-point game
1 month, 1 week ago

New Orleans visits Oklahoma City following Gilgeous-Alexander’s 45-point game

Associated Press  

New Orleans Pelicans vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City takes on the New Orleans Pelicans after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 45 points in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 134-128 win against the Los Angeles Clippers. Oklahoma City went 57-25 overall and 36-16 in Western Conference action a season ago. The Thunder allowed opponents to …

Curry scores 36, OKC loses Holmgren to hip injury in Warriors’ 127-116 win over Thunder
1 month, 1 week ago

Curry scores 36, OKC loses Holmgren to hip injury in Warriors’ 127-116 win over Thunder

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Stephen Curry scored 36 points, and the Golden State Warriors held off a late rally to defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder 127-116 on Sunday night. It was a double whammy for the Thunder as forward Chet Holmgren didn’t return after suffering a right hip injury in the first quarter. A steal and dunk by Alex Caruso cut …

Clippers can’t stop Shai Gilgeous-Alexander from having career-best night in loss
1 month, 1 week ago

Clippers can’t stop Shai Gilgeous-Alexander from having career-best night in loss

LA Times  

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a career-high 45 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Clippers 134-128 on Monday night in their first game this season without Chet Holmgren. Takeaways Clippers: Oklahoma City scored 32 points off the Clippers’ 24 turnovers. Thunder: Even with several players injured, Oklahoma City’s depth was too much for the Clippers, especially with the Clippers in …

Bulls pull off comeback to beat Hawks 125-113, snap 4-game skid
1 month, 1 week ago

Bulls pull off comeback to beat Hawks 125-113, snap 4-game skid

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — After trailing for the majority of the game, the Chicago Bulls stormed back in the second half to defeat the Atlanta Hawks 125-113, snapping a four-game losing streak on Saturday night. Atlanta outscored Chicago 37-24 in the first quarter and led by as many as 18, but the Bulls started the fourth quarter with a 14-3 run and …

Thunder Dominates Magic, Clinches Seventh Win in Western Conference
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Thunder Dominates Magic, Clinches Seventh Win in Western Conference

Associated Press  

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Orlando Magic 102-86 on Monday night. Jalen Williams, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Isaiah Joe led the Thunder with 23, 21, and 13 points respectively. The Thunder shot 45.9% from the field and held a 24-point lead in the third quarter before cruising to the victory.

Chicago Bulls Hold on to Beat Magic 102-99 Despite Struggles in the Fourth Quarter
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Chicago Bulls Hold on to Beat Magic 102-99 Despite Struggles in the Fourth Quarter

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bulls defeated the Magic 102-99 in a thrilling contest in Chicago. Despite trailing by 20 points in the first half, the Bulls staged a remarkable comeback with a 12-3 run in the second quarter. The Bulls' defense held the Magic scoreless for over seven minutes in the fourth quarter, securing the win with a final-minute 3-pointer by Patrick …

Bulls Dominate Bucks in Thrilling Thriller
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bulls Dominate Bucks in Thrilling Thriller

Associated Press  

The Chicago Bulls defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 133-122 in their home opener. Coby White led the Bulls with 35 points, while Zach LaVine added 25 points. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks with 38 points, 11 rebounds and five assists. The Bulls broke a 72-all tie in the third quarter and pulled ahead for good by scoring seven straight points.

Thunder Dominates Nuggets in Season Opener, Clinching Top Seed in West
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Thunder Dominates Nuggets in Season Opener, Clinching Top Seed in West

Associated Press  

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 102-87 in their season opener. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren led the Thunder with 28 and 25 points respectively, respectively. Holmgren tied a career high with 14 rebounds, and had five assists and blocked four shots. The Thunder took the lead in the third quarter and held on for the win.

Thunder Star Gilgeous-Alexander Stays Focused Despite Rising Expectations
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Thunder Star Gilgeous-Alexander Stays Focused Despite Rising Expectations

Associated Press  

Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is now one of the league's elite players and is not flying under the radar. He finished second in the league MVP balloting last season and is a key contributor to the Thunder's success. Gilgeous-Alexander is focused on the little things and is determined to maintain the camaraderie of the team.

NBA Playoffs 2024: Tight finish sends Mavs past Thunder, into Western Conference finals
7 months ago

NBA Playoffs 2024: Tight finish sends Mavs past Thunder, into Western Conference finals

The Hindu  

The Dallas Mavericks led for just one minute during the first 44-plus minutes of Saturday’s postseason game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Washington made two free throws with 2.5 seconds left and Dallas advanced to the Western Conference finals for the second time in the past three seasons with a 117-116 victory over the visiting Thunder. READ | NBA Playoffs …

What went wrong for the promising Thunder and what’s next in OKC?
7 months ago

What went wrong for the promising Thunder and what’s next in OKC?

New York Times  

DALLAS — Two mistakes ultimately doomed the Oklahoma City Thunder late Saturday night in Dallas, defining the final seconds of their Game 6 loss and second-round elimination, ending a 57-win dream season in abrupt, sour fashion. “That’s why I went and got it.” Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: “I shouldn’t have fouled him.” Said he can’t/won’t watch replay. Next season, he will make …

Oklahoma City looks to secure series against New Orleans in game 4
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Oklahoma City looks to secure series against New Orleans in game 4

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. New Orleans Pelicans New Orleans; Monday, 8:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Thunder -4.5; over/under is 204.5 WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Thunder lead series 3-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Oklahoma City Thunder look to clinch the series over the New Orleans Pelicans in game four of the Western Conference first round. Oklahoma City ranks seventh in the …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 28 points as top-seeded Thunder edge Pelicans 94-92 in Game 1
8 months ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 28 points as top-seeded Thunder edge Pelicans 94-92 in Game 1

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Hours after the NBA announced Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was selected as a finalist for the league’s Most Valuable Player award, Oklahoma City’s All-Star guard showed why. Gilgeous-Alexander scored 28 points, including the go-ahead basket in the final minute, and the top-seeded Thunder edged the New Orleans Pelicans 94-92 in Game 1 of their first-round Western Conference playoff series …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 23 points as the Thunder beat the injury-depleted Bucks 125-107
8 months, 1 week ago

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 23 points as the Thunder beat the injury-depleted Bucks 125-107

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 23 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the injury-depleted Milwaukee Bucks 125-107 on Friday night to boost their hopes of taking the No. Thunder coach Mark Daignealt wasn’t concerned about other results in the race for homecourt advantage throughout the Western Conference playoffs. “We’ve got to run to the finish line.” The Thunder …

With All-Star Gilgeous-Alexander leading the way, young Thunder confident heading into the playoffs
8 months, 1 week ago

With All-Star Gilgeous-Alexander leading the way, young Thunder confident heading into the playoffs

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City coach Mark Daigneault used Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s subtle sacrifices to show why the Thunder aren’t like most playoff contenders that carry the “young team” label. “He could go out in a game and be like, ‘I’m going to get 40 tonight.’” Indeed, the All-Star guard — who averages 30.4 points per game — could easily chase …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 26 as Thunder roll past Wembanyama-less Spurs, 127-89
8 months, 1 week ago

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 26 as Thunder roll past Wembanyama-less Spurs, 127-89

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Thunder coach Mark Daigneault has preached all season that his team is about the process rather than results. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 26 points in 26 minutes, and Oklahoma City rolled past the Victor Wembanyama-less San Antonio Spurs 127-89. The Thunder ran out to an 11-0 lead as the Spurs missed their first seven shots and didn’t score …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 40 as Thunder top Kings; Sabonis’ double-double streak ends at 61 games
8 months, 1 week ago

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 40 as Thunder top Kings; Sabonis’ double-double streak ends at 61 games

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points in his return from injury, and the Oklahoma City Thunder rallied from a 20-point deficit to defeat Sacramento 112-105 on Tuesday night as the Kings’ Domantas Sabonis had his double-double streak halted at 61 games. He gave Oklahoma City a much-needed boost against the Kings, scoring the team’s final six points to …

Josh Giddey scores 23 points, Thunder rout Suns 128-103 without Gilgeous-Alexander
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Josh Giddey scores 23 points, Thunder rout Suns 128-103 without Gilgeous-Alexander

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City’s No. Josh Giddey scored 23 points to help the Thunder roll past the Phoenix Suns 128-103 on Friday night, despite All-Star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sitting out with a bruised right thigh. He’s helping the Thunder stay well-positioned for the postseason — Oklahoma City tied with the Minnesota Timberwolves for the best record in the Western …

Oklahoma City faces Phoenix in conference matchup
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Oklahoma City faces Phoenix in conference matchup

Associated Press  

Phoenix Suns vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City; Friday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder host Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns. The Suns average 12.2 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.2 fewer made shots on average than the 13.4 per game the Thunder give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Thunder: 7-3, averaging 116.6 …

Jalen Green scores 37, Rockets beat Thunder 132-126 in overtime for 10th straight victory
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Jalen Green scores 37, Rockets beat Thunder 132-126 in overtime for 10th straight victory

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Houston Rockets didn’t care that they beat an Oklahoma City squad that was missing its best player, All-Star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Jalen Green scored 37 points and Houston won its 10th straight game, defeating the Thunder 132-126 in overtime on Wednesday night. We worked hard.” Rockets coach Ime Udoka said it’s all about stacking victories. Jalen …

Williams scores 26, Thunder rally to top the Pelicans 119-112 after losing a 20-point lead
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Williams scores 26, Thunder rally to top the Pelicans 119-112 after losing a 20-point lead

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — The Oklahoma City Thunder lost a 20-point, second-half lead, but not their composure. “We don’t flinch,” said Thunder guard Josh Giddey, who scored 25 points. “You just got to be able to stay level-headed through a swing either way.” Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 24 points, including a tying 3 with 1:29 left, despite playing through a sore quadriceps …

Antetokounmpo scores 30, Middleton gets triple-double as Bucks roll past Thunder 118-93
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Antetokounmpo scores 30, Middleton gets triple-double as Bucks roll past Thunder 118-93

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Bucks emphatically demonstrated just what they’re capable of accomplishing when they have all their top players available. Giannis Antetokounmpo had 30 points and a season-high 19 rebounds, Khris Middleton recorded his second career triple-double and the Bucks trounced the Oklahoma City Thunder 118-93 on Sunday. “We have so many guys, so many weapons that can carry …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 23 as Thunder win 4th straight, hand Raptors 9th consecutive loss
9 months ago

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 23 as Thunder win 4th straight, hand Raptors 9th consecutive loss

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 23 points in his only regular-season trip to his homeland, Chet Holmgren had 18 points and 10 rebounds, and the Oklahoma City Thunder pulled away late to beat the short-handed Toronto Raptors 123-103 on Friday night. We’re going to look in the mirror and try to figure out how we can do that more often.” …

Chet Holmgren scores 35, grabs 14 rebounds and Thunder beat Jazz 119-107
9 months ago

Chet Holmgren scores 35, grabs 14 rebounds and Thunder beat Jazz 119-107

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Chet Holmgren scored 35 points and tied a career high with 14 rebounds and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the short-handed Utah Jazz 119-107 on Wednesday night. “I thought they were the more physical team after the first six minutes of the game, and that really tested us.” Collin Sexton had 25 points for Utah, which played …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 31 to lead Thunder past Doncic-less Mavericks 126-119
9 months, 1 week ago

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 31 to lead Thunder past Doncic-less Mavericks 126-119

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 31 points and nine rebounds to help the Oklahoma City Thunder defeat the short-handed Dallas Mavericks 126-119 on Thursday night. Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said before the game that an MRI on the NBA scoring leader’s injury turned up “clean,” meaning it likely will be a short-term issue. And I thought offensively, how we …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 35 points, Thunder hold off Suns 118-110 to regain top spot in West
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 35 points, Thunder hold off Suns 118-110 to regain top spot in West

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 35 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Phoenix Suns 118-110 on Sunday night to take the Western Conference lead, rebounding after blowing a 24-point lead. Gordon’s 3-pointer early in the fourth quarter made it 91-89, the Suns’ first lead since the first quarter. “I was trying so hard to get Kevin involved instead …

Durant, Suns to host Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Durant, Suns to host Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns Phoenix; Sunday, 9:30 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE: Thunder -4; over/under is 235 BOTTOM LINE: Phoenix takes on Oklahoma City in a matchup of Western Conference teams. Phoenix is ninth in the Western Conference with 26.5 assists per game led by Devin Booker averaging 6.8. LAST 10 GAMES: Suns: 6-4, averaging 116.6 points, …

Giannis Antetokounmpo has 46 points, 16 rebounds in Bucks’ 113-97 victory over Bulls
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo has 46 points, 16 rebounds in Bucks’ 113-97 victory over Bulls

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Milwaukee Bucks are tuning up for what they hope will be a deep playoff run. Giannis Antetokounmpo dominated with 46 points and 16 rebounds and the Bucks beat the Chicago Bulls 113-97 on Friday night. “We’re winning games, but for us, it’s not about right now,” said coach Doc Rivers, who’s 8-7 since replacing the fired Adrian …

NBA roundup: Pacers snap Mavs’ 7-game win streak
9 months, 3 weeks ago

NBA roundup: Pacers snap Mavs’ 7-game win streak

The Hindu  

Myles Turner scored a season-high 33 points and collected eight rebounds to help lead the Indiana Pacers to a 133-111 win over the visiting Dallas Mavericks on Sunday. Evan Mobley scored 21 points for the Cavaliers, who swept the four-game season series, and Caris LeVert added 18 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists. Devin Vassell led San Antonio with 27 …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 38 points lead Thunder past Kings 127-113
10 months, 1 week ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 38 points lead Thunder past Kings 127-113

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 38 points, Jalen Williams scored 32 and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Sacramento Kings 127-113 on Sunday. And I say he’s big because he had 32 but he was extremely efficient throughout the course of the night.” Lu Dort had 17 points and nine rebounds and Chet Holmgren added 14 points for the …

Oklahoma City faces Utah on 3-game win streak
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Oklahoma City faces Utah on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Utah Jazz Salt Lake City; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City will look to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Thunder take on Utah. Oklahoma City scores 120.8 points while outscoring opponents by 8.0 points per game. LAST 10 GAMES: Jazz: 4-6, averaging 123.2 points, 46.4 rebounds, 30.2 assists, 4.4 steals and …

Edwards scores 27 as Timberwolves top Thunder 107-101 in a matchup of Western Conference leaders
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Edwards scores 27 as Timberwolves top Thunder 107-101 in a matchup of Western Conference leaders

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Anthony Edwards scored 27 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 107-101 on Monday in a matchup of teams that entered the night tied atop the Western Conference standings. “Anthony did a really good job with picking his spots, trusting his teammates, playing clean and quick, getting downhill, putting the pressure on them,” Minnesota …

Oklahoma City takes on Minnesota, seeks 8th straight home win
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Oklahoma City takes on Minnesota, seeks 8th straight home win

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City; Monday, 8 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE: Thunder -2.5; over/under is 225.5 BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City will try to keep its seven-game home win streak alive when the Thunder face Minnesota. Oklahoma City scores 121.2 points while outscoring opponents by 8.2 points per game. LAST 10 GAMES: Thunder: 7-3, averaging 117.1 …

Dosunmu, DeRozan lead way as Bulls pound Grizzlies, 125-96
11 months ago

Dosunmu, DeRozan lead way as Bulls pound Grizzlies, 125-96

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — The Chicago Bulls know what they have to do to come away with a win when Zach LaVine is not in the lineup. Ayo Dosunmu scored 20 points, DeMar DeRozan added 18 and Chicago pounded the Memphis Grizzlies 125-96 on Saturday night. The Bulls regrouped after falling behind in the third quarter and went on a 17-0 run …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 31 points and Jalen Williams’ big fourth quarter carry Thunder past Jazz
11 months ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 31 points and Jalen Williams’ big fourth quarter carry Thunder past Jazz

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points, Jalen Williams had 11 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter and the Oklahoma City Thunder snapped the Utah Jazz’s six-game winning streak with a 134-129 victory Thursday night. “We’re not feeling 100% and yet really competed for 48 minutes together on both ends against the hottest team in the …

LeBron James, Anthony Davis lead the Lakers to a 112-105 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder
11 months, 1 week ago

LeBron James, Anthony Davis lead the Lakers to a 112-105 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Anthony Davis had 27 points and 15 rebounds, LeBron James scored 25 and the Los Angeles Lakers snapped the Oklahoma City Thunder’s four-game winning streak with a 112-105 victory Monday night. “We’ve got to try to look at this and be more consistent with that.” Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 16 of his 24 points in the first half …

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