Overview

• The Oklahoma City Thunder finished the regular season with a franchise-best 68-14 record after defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 115-100 in their final game.
• The Thunder rested all regular starters yet built an early 20-point lead, highlighting the depth and effectiveness of their rotation strategy.
• Rookie Branden Carlson led Oklahoma City with 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 blocks, while Aaron Wiggins added a game-high 28 points.
• New Orleans concluded a challenging season with a 21-61 record, the second worst in franchise history, while fielding only eight available players in their final game.
• Thunder coach Mark Daigneault emphasized the team's commitment to building habits and refining fundamentals as they head into the playoffs.