Jusuf Nurkic Sets Suns' Single-Game Rebound Record in Loss to Thunder

Despite a historic 31-rebound performance by Jusuf Nurkic, the Phoenix Suns fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder, marking a game of dramatic turnarounds.

Jusuf Nurkic broke the Phoenix Suns' franchise record with 31 rebounds, the most in an NBA game in 14 years, during a 118-110 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Nurkic's performance included 18 defensive and 13 offensive rebounds, making him the first player with such a split since Charles Oakley in 1988.
Despite leading by 13 points early, the Suns faced a 37-point turnaround by the Thunder, who eventually won by 8 points after multiple lead changes.
Nurkic and Suns coach Frank Vogel expressed frustration with officiating, particularly the lack of foul calls despite aggressive play.
The Thunder's victory was fueled by forcing 21 Phoenix turnovers and a balanced scoring effort, with all five starters in double figures.