Oklahoma City visits Indiana after Gilgeous-Alexander’s 41-point performance
4 days, 12 hours ago

Oklahoma City visits Indiana after Gilgeous-Alexander’s 41-point performance

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Indiana Pacers Indianapolis; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Thunder -4.5; over/under is 226.5 BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City faces the Indiana Pacers after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 41 points in the Thunder’s 123-105 victory over the Washington Wizards. Oklahoma City is fourth in the Western Conference scoring 115.1 points per game and is shooting 46.4%. LAST 10 GAMES: Pacers: 6-4, averaging 115.6 points, 41.3 rebounds, 28.5 assists, 8.2 steals and 5.9 blocks per game while shooting 49.8% from the field. Thunder: 9-1, averaging 115.9 points, 46.1 rebounds, 25.7 assists, 12.7 steals and 5.3 blocks per game while shooting 46.7% from the field.

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Charlotte hosts Oklahoma City after Gilgeous-Alexander’s 45-point game
2 days, 12 hours ago

Charlotte hosts Oklahoma City after Gilgeous-Alexander’s 45-point game

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Charlotte Hornets Charlotte, North Carolina; Saturday, 6 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City visits the Charlotte Hornets after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 45 points in the Thunder’s 120-114 win over the Indiana Pacers. The Thunder average 13.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 0.2 fewer makes per game than the Hornets give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Hornets: …

Gilgeous-Alexander ties career high with 45 points as Thunder beat Pacers for ninth straight win
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2 days, 17 hours ago

Gilgeous-Alexander ties career high with 45 points as Thunder beat Pacers for ninth straight win

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tied his career high with 45 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 120-114 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night. Gilgeous-Alexander hit 15 of 22 shots and all 11 free throws in Oklahoma City’s ninth consecutive victory. After Tyrese Haliburton scored to give the Pacers a 107-103 lead, the Thunder answered with …

NBA roundup: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City Thunder to eighth straight win
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5 days, 12 hours ago

NBA roundup: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City Thunder to eighth straight win

The Hindu  

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander overcame a slow start to score 41 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder powered to a 123-105 home win over the Washington Wizards on Monday. James Harden added 21 points, nine assists and eight rebounds for Los Angeles, which won for the third time in four games. Donovan Mitchell added 22 points, Evan Mobley scored 22 with 10 …

Washington faces Oklahoma City on 11-game road skid
1 week ago

Washington faces Oklahoma City on 11-game road skid

Associated Press  

Washington Wizards vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City; Monday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Washington hits the road against Oklahoma City looking to end its 11-game road losing streak. Oklahoma City ranks sixth in the Western Conference with 48.8 points per game in the paint led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaging 13.2. LAST 10 GAMES: Thunder: 9-1, averaging 114.1 points, 45.0 …

Jalen Williams scores 33 points, Thunder remain red-hot by topping Heat 104-97
1 week, 1 day ago

Jalen Williams scores 33 points, Thunder remain red-hot by topping Heat 104-97

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Jalen Williams scored a season-high 33 points, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 25 and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Miami Heat 104-97 on Friday night for their seventh straight victory. Lu Dort scored 14 points and Isaiah Hartenstein had 13 points and 18 rebounds for the Thunder, who improved to 22-5 — the second-best record in the NBA and …

Miami takes home win streak into matchup with Oklahoma City
1 week, 2 days ago

Miami takes home win streak into matchup with Oklahoma City

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Miami Heat Miami; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Thunder -1.5; over/under is 215.5 BOTTOM LINE: Miami hosts Oklahoma City trying to extend its five-game home winning streak. The 112.8 points per game the Heat score are 9.5 more points than the Thunder allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Heat: 6-4, averaging 114.2 points, 44.0 rebounds, 27.8 …

Thunder hold off Orlando’s comeback bid, beat the Magic 105-99 behind Gilgeous-Alexander, Williams
1 week, 2 days ago

Thunder hold off Orlando’s comeback bid, beat the Magic 105-99 behind Gilgeous-Alexander, Williams

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and Jalen Williams scored six straight points in a run in the fourth quarter that helped turned back an Orlando comeback bid as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Magic 105-99 on Thursday night. Goga Bitadze added 15 points and 10 rebounds, and Wendell Carter had 10 points and 13 rebounds for …

Oklahoma City puts home win streak on the line against Milwaukee
1 week, 6 days ago

Oklahoma City puts home win streak on the line against Milwaukee

Associated Press  

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Las Vegas; Tuesday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City will try to keep its four-game home win streak intact when the Thunder take on Milwaukee. The Bucks score 9.8 more points per game than the Thunder allow their opponents to score. LAST 10 GAMES: Thunder: 9-1, averaging 117.1 points, 46.0 rebounds, 26.3 assists, …

Oklahoma City puts home win streak on the line against Houston
2 weeks, 2 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
2 weeks, 4 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 …

Mavericks play the Thunder, aim for 8th straight win
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Mavericks play the Thunder, aim for 8th straight win

Associated Press  

Dallas Mavericks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City; Tuesday, 9:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Thunder -5; over/under is 226.5 BOTTOM LINE: Dallas will try to extend its seven-game win streak with a victory against Oklahoma City. The Thunder average 13.7 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.2 more made shots on average than the 12.5 per game the Mavericks …

Thunder beat Pelicans 119-109 for their 7th victory in last 8 games
3 weeks ago

Thunder beat Pelicans 119-109 for their 7th victory in last 8 games

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 16 of his 31 points in the first quarter and Jalen Williams added 27 to power the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 119-109 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday night. The Thunder built a 77-51 halftime lead by dominating New Orleans in the paint and in transition, and won for the seventh …

Ingram, Pelicans to host Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ingram, Pelicans to host Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. New Orleans Pelicans New Orleans; Saturday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Oklahoma City visits New Orleans in Western Conference action Saturday. Oklahoma City is fourth in the Western Conference scoring 115.5 points per game and is shooting 46.3%. LAST 10 GAMES: Pelicans: 1-9, averaging 103.3 points, 43.4 rebounds, 23.3 assists, 10.7 steals and 5.2 blocks per …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 30 as Thunder rout Raptors 129-92 for sixth win seven games
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 30 as Thunder rout Raptors 129-92 for sixth win seven games

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points, Jalen Williams had 20 and the Oklahoma City Thunder routed the Toronto Raptors 129-92 on Thursday night for their sixth win in seven games. Isaiah Joe scored 16 points and Isaiah Hartenstein had 16 rebounds as the Western Conference-leading Thunder improved to 8-3 on the road. Raptors center Jakob Poeltl missed the game …

Utah faces Oklahoma City, aims to end 4-game skid
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Utah faces Oklahoma City, aims to end 4-game skid

Associated Press  

Utah Jazz vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City; Tuesday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Thunder -14.5; over/under is 228.5 BOTTOM LINE: Utah comes into the matchup with Oklahoma City as losers of four straight games. The Thunder’s 13.5 made 3-pointers per game this season are only 0.6 fewer made shots on average than the 14.1 per game the Jazz …

Houston takes on Oklahoma City after Green’s 41-point showing
4 weeks, 1 day 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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4 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Davis, Lakers square off against the Thunder
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1 month ago

Davis, Lakers square off against the Thunder

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Friday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Lakers -1; over/under is 229.5 BOTTOM LINE: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder take on Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers in Western Conference play. Los Angeles is fifth in the Western Conference with 27.1 assists per game led by LeBron James …

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

Golden State takes home win streak into matchup with Oklahoma City
1 month ago

Golden State takes home win streak into matchup with Oklahoma City

Associated Press  

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Wednesday, 10 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Golden State hosts Oklahoma City aiming to extend its five-game home winning streak. Oklahoma City averages 115.2 points while outscoring opponents by 11.3 points per game. LAST 10 GAMES: Warriors: 7-3, averaging 115.5 points, 50.1 rebounds, 29.9 assists, 8.6 steals and 5.0 blocks per game …

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 37 and Thunder bench scores 40 in OKC’s 130-109 rout of Kings
1 month 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, 1 week 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 …

New Orleans visits Oklahoma City following Gilgeous-Alexander’s 45-point game
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …

Los Angeles takes on Oklahoma City, looks for 4th straight road win
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Los Angeles takes on Oklahoma City, looks for 4th straight road win

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Oklahoma City; Monday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Thunder -7.5; over/under is 218.5 BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles hits the road against Oklahoma City looking to prolong its three-game road winning streak. Oklahoma City went 57-25 overall, 36-16 in Western Conference play and 33-8 at home during the 2023-24 season. The Thunder allowed …

Curry scores 36, OKC loses Holmgren to hip injury in Warriors’ 127-116 win over Thunder
1 month, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

NBA early-season overreactions: Thunder’s awesome defense, Bucks’ panic and more
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NBA early-season overreactions: Thunder’s awesome defense, Bucks’ panic and more

New York Times  

It’s early enough in the NBA season that any takeaway is an overreaction — so let’s overreact. They allow just 56 percent shooting at the rim, best in the NBA, and that’s not only because the skyscraping Chet Holmgren is even better defensively in his second pro season. The hallmark of the Thunder defense so far isn’t anything Oklahoma City …

Denver's Grit and Thunder's Intensity: A Battle for Western Supremacy
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Denver's Grit and Thunder's Intensity: A Battle for Western Supremacy

Associated Press  

Denver and Oklahoma City will clash in a Western Conference conference matchup. Denver, coming off a 3-3 record, will be looking to bounce back after a 57-25 loss to Oklahoma City last season. The Nuggets, on the other hand, are coming off a 57-25 victory and will be looking to build on their momentum.

Thunder Dominates Magic, Clinches Seventh Win in Western Conference
1 month, 3 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.

Pelicans Dominate Pacers, Clinching Crucial Three-Game Winning Streak
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pelicans Dominate Pacers, Clinching Crucial Three-Game Winning Streak

Associated Press  

The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Indiana Pacers 125-118, snapping a three-game skid. Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 34 points and 10 assists, while Brandon Ingram added 26 points and the team converted 14 Indiana turnovers into 21 points and 15 offensive rebounds into 14 second-chance points.

Oklahoma City's Fight for Survival Collides with Los Angeles in a Western Conference Showdown
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Oklahoma City's Fight for Survival Collides with Los Angeles in a Western Conference Showdown

Associated Press  

Los Angeles and Oklahoma City will clash in a Western Conference showdown on Saturday night. Oklahoma City holds a 4-0 advantage after two games, having dominated both teams in the series so far. The Clippers, meanwhile, are coming off a strong performance, having won two games in a row against teams in the Western Conference. The matchup is a testament …

Thunder Dominates Bulls, 114-95, in Season Opener
2 months 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 …

Thunder Dominates Nuggets in Season Opener, Clinching Top Seed in West
2 months 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.

Indiana visits Washington following Clark’s 35-point outing
3 months, 1 week ago

Indiana visits Washington following Clark’s 35-point outing

Associated Press  

Indiana Fever at Washington Mystics Washington; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Indiana Fever visits the Washington Mystics after Caitlin Clark scored 35 points in the Fever’s 110-109 win against the Dallas Wings. Washington scores 79.0 points per game, 8.5 fewer points than the 87.5 Indiana allows. LAST 10 GAMES: Mystics: 6-4, averaging 78.9 points, 31.5 rebounds, 20.0 assists, 7.1 …

NBA Playoffs 2024: Tight finish sends Mavs past Thunder, into Western Conference finals
7 months, 1 week 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 …

Indiana looks to close out series in game 6
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Indiana looks to close out series in game 6

Associated Press  

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Indiana Pacers Indianapolis; Thursday, 6:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Pacers -8.5; over/under is 215.5 EASTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Pacers lead series 3-2 BOTTOM LINE: The Indiana Pacers look to clinch the Eastern Conference first round over the Milwaukee Bucks in game six. The Bucks average 119.0 points per game, 1.2 fewer than the 120.2 the Pacers …

Williams, Gilgeous-Alexander, lead OKC to a 97-89 Game 4 victory -- and sweep of the Pelicans
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Williams, Gilgeous-Alexander, lead OKC to a 97-89 Game 4 victory -- and sweep of the Pelicans

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — For all the scoring Shai Gilgeous-Alexander does for Oklahoma City, his hustle back on defense after having a shot blocked was a pivotal part of a playoff series-clinching victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. “We just know those little things come with winning and we do it every opportunity we get.” Gilgeous-Alexander had 24 points and 10 …

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

Top-seeded Thunder say their maturity matters more than youth heading into playoffs vs. Pelicans
8 months, 1 week ago

Top-seeded Thunder say their maturity matters more than youth heading into playoffs vs. Pelicans

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — After fielding seemingly the millionth question about how young his team is, Thunder coach Mark Daigneault explained why it’s not relevant in Oklahoma City’s case. We’ve got to go into OKC with a sense of urgency, defensively especially, and then just try to find our best offense.” While the Thunder are growing tired of hearing about their …

Previewing the 1st round of the NBA playoffs, which start on Saturday
8 months, 1 week ago

Previewing the 1st round of the NBA playoffs, which start on Saturday

Associated Press  

Preview capsules for the first round of the NBA playoffs, which start Saturday. Indiana beat Milwaukee four times in five matchups — an extra game coming with the Pacers’ victory in the semifinals of the In-Season Tournament — and led the league with 123.3 points per game. Story line: The Magic entered the season as one of the NBA’s youngest …

Gilgeous-Alexander scores 23 points as the Thunder beat the injury-depleted Bucks 125-107
8 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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, 4 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
9 months 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
9 months 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
9 months 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
9 months 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 …

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