Jalen Williams Shines in Thunder's Victory Over Trail Blazers

Williams' 30-point performance and Hartenstein's impactful season debut ended Oklahoma City's two-game skid and extended their dominance over Portland.

Jalen Williams scored 30 points, including a decisive late-game stretch, to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 109-99 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
Isaiah Hartenstein made his season debut after recovering from a broken hand, contributing a double-double with 13 points, 14 rebounds, and four blocks in 29 minutes.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 28 points, converting all 14 of his free throws, despite shooting 7-for-19 from the field.
The Thunder's bench outscored Portland's 44-31, with Alex Caruso chipping in 17 points to provide critical support.
Portland, missing key players Deandre Ayton and Anfernee Simons, also lost rookie Scoot Henderson to a quad contusion during the game.