Thunder Secure Top Seed with Fifth Straight Win in Dominant Fashion

Oklahoma City defeats Charlotte 141-106, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 30 points and showcasing their depth despite missing key players.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points, adding six rebounds and nine assists, as the Thunder cruised to a 141-106 victory over the Hornets.
The win marked Oklahoma City's fifth consecutive victory and clinched the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference for the second straight season.
Eight Thunder players scored in double figures, highlighting the team's depth even with Jalen Williams and Luguentz Dort sidelined by injuries.
The Thunder improved their record against Eastern Conference opponents to an impressive 26-1 this season.
Charlotte, missing LaMelo Ball and Mark Williams, suffered their sixth loss by 30 or more points in the past month.