Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Shines for the Thunder
This season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a standout for the Oklahoma City Thunder, currently averaging an impressive 32.8 points per game. In a remarkable performance, the Thunder dominated the Phoenix Suns with a score of 138-89 during the quarter-finals of the NBA Cup.
Historic Milestones Achieved
This victory allowed them to match an iconic milestone: they have now won 24 of their first 25 games, thereby equaling the historical start set by the Golden State Warriors during the 2015-16 season.
In front of a cheering crowd at Paycom Center, Gilgeous-Alexander, who was awarded the MVP title last season, contributed significantly by scoring 28 points. This achievement marks his 96th consecutive game scoring over 20 points, a remarkable consistency in his performance. The Thunder’s win also marked a franchise record, as they celebrated their 16th consecutive victory.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, they will face the San Antonio Spurs in the semi-finals, scheduled for Saturday in Las Vegas.
Thunder’s Impressive Run
As the Thunder continue their impressive run, they have won 92 out of 107 regular-season games since the beginning of the 2024-25 season, having previously led the Western Conference with a standout 68-14 record last year. For context, the current record for the most wins in an NBA season stands at 73, set by the Warriors back in 2015-16.
The Spurs advanced to the semi-finals after overcoming the Los Angeles Lakers in a competitive match that ended with a 132-119 score at Crypto.com Arena.
The NBA Cup
The NBA Cup serves as an annual in-season tournament, with all games, save for the final, contributing to the regular-season record. Notably, the Thunder were runners-up in last year’s championship, having lost to the Milwaukee Bucks in the finals.
“Winning is never boring,” remarked Thunder forward Jalen Williams, echoing the excitement surrounding the team’s performance this season.
