SGA Extends 20-Point Streak in Thunder’s Ninth Consecutive Victory
The Oklahoma City Thunder edged the Orlando Magic 113-108. It marked the Thunder’s ninth straight win. SGA led the way with 40 points in 36 minutes. He extended his 20-point streak and remained the team’s go-to option in tight moments.
Game overview
Orlando punished defenses from deep with 17 made three-pointers. Still, Oklahoma City controlled the paint with 54 points inside. The Thunder dominated the glass, winning the rebound battle 53-41.
Key performers
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 40 points, five rebounds and two assists. He shot 14-of-27 from the floor and 9-of-11 from the line. He also added four steals and three turnovers.
Chet Holmgren
Holmgren posted 20 points and 12 rebounds in 33 minutes. He was 8-of-14 from the field and 4-of-5 from the line. His presence inside helped limit second chances.
Ajay Mitchell
Mitchell contributed 16 points and three assists in 28 minutes. He was perfect from the free-throw line at 5-of-5. His efficient scoring provided quality bench punch.
Isaiah Hartenstein
Hartenstein had an unusual box score: zero points in 16 minutes. He still delivered seven rebounds and eight assists. The center served as a primary facilitator on offense.
Depth and defense
- Cason Wallace: 9 points, two rebounds, one steal and one block in 23 minutes.
- Jaylin Williams: 8 points and six rebounds in 21 minutes, with two made threes.
- Alex Caruso: two points and eight rebounds, plus two steals across 24 minutes.
- Isaiah Joe: five points and four rebounds in 22 minutes.
- Luguentz Dort: five points and strong defensive activity in 19 minutes.
- Jared McCain: six points on 3-of-6 shooting in 12 minutes.
- Aaron Wiggins: two points and three rebounds in a brief six-minute stint.
Takeaways
The final score flattered Orlando’s shooting night from three. Oklahoma City’s control of the paint and boards decided the outcome. The Thunder now carry momentum from a ninth consecutive victory.
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