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Thunder Smother Blazers 124-95 to Seal Season Series 3-1

Oklahoma City parlayed 25 Portland turnovers into 28 points, highlighting the NBA’s top-ranked defense.

Overview

  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points on 11-of-15 shooting in three quarters and extended his 20-point streak to 105 games.
  • Chet Holmgren tallied 12 points, 10 rebounds and a season-high six blocks as the Thunder controlled the paint.
  • Oklahoma City recorded 15 steals, shot 48.9% from the field, and dominated the paint and transition scoring.
  • Two-way player Sidy Cissoko led Portland with 19 points, while Deni Avdija posted 17 points, seven rebounds and seven assists.
  • The Thunder improved to 29-5 with a third straight win and visit the Warriors on Friday; the Blazers dropped to 14-20 and head to New Orleans next.