Thunder Dominate Rockets with Strong Fourth-Quarter Performance

On January 15, 2026, the Oklahoma City Thunder secured a decisive 111-91 victory over the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. This win marked the Thunder’s fifth consecutive victory.

Strong Fourth Quarter Performance

The Thunder maintained their momentum leading into the final quarter of the game. Entering the fourth quarter with a slim 77-75 lead, Oklahoma City showcased their three-point shooting skills, effectively pushing their advantage. The key highlights of this period included:

• Chet Holmgren scoring 18 points alongside nine rebounds and four blocks.
• Ajay Mitchell contributing 17 points off the bench, including crucial three-pointers.
• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continuing his impressive streak with 20 points in the game.

Mitchell started the fourth with a three-pointer, followed by two consecutive triples from Cason Wallace, establishing an 88-79 lead. Moments later, Kenrich Williams extended the Thunder’s advantage to 90-79 with a jumper.

Rockets Struggle with Shooting

The Houston Rockets faced difficulty from beyond the arc, missing 17 of their 24 attempts. Despite Kevin Durant leading with 19 points, he shot only 30% from the floor, going 7 for 23. Jabari Smith Jr. recorded 17 points and 10 rebounds, while Alperen Sengun posted 14 points and 13 rebounds, contributing to a combined 12 for 30 shooting performance between them.

Game Statistics Overview

Here’s a brief overview of the game’s statistics:

Holmgren had a significant impact early on, scoring 11 points with an efficient 4-for-4 shooting in the first quarter. The Thunder’s defense was tight, limiting the Rockets to just 28.6% shooting in the opening period, allowing them to lead 21-19.

The Thunder managed to maintain their advantage throughout the game, demonstrating a combination of strong shooting and solid defense to secure the victory and extend their winning streak.