Tying the Record

In a dominant display, the Oklahoma City Thunder tied the NBA’s best start through 25 games with a 138-89 win over the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Cup quarterfinals. The Thunder’s 24-1 record matches the Golden State Warriors’ 2015-16 season, which saw them win their first 24 games.

Gilgeous-Alexander’s Stellar Performance

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 28 points, extending his streak to 96 consecutive games with at least 20 points. He finished the first half with 17 points on just eight shots, solidifying Oklahoma City’s 74-48 lead at the break.

“Gilgeous-Alexander reached the total with a fast-break dunk that put the Thunder up 84-50 with 9:15 left in the third quarter.” – AP Sports

Suns Struggle Without Booker

The Suns struggled without star guard Devin Booker, who missed his third consecutive game with a groin strain. Phoenix shot just 39.3% from the field, scoring their lowest point total of the season.

Looking Ahead

With the victory, the Thunder will face the San Antonio Spurs in the semifinal on Saturday. The Thunder’s 16-game winning streak is a franchise record.

FAQ

• Who leads the Thunder in scoring? Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the Thunder in scoring, averaging 30.5 points per game.
• When was the last time the Thunder had a record like this? The Thunder’s 24-1 record ties the 2006-07 season, when they started 24-1 but finished 50-32.

Did you know?

The Thunder’s 49-point victory is the most lopsided loss in Suns’ franchise history.