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Thunder’s Back-to-Back Woes Exposed in 130-110 Loss to Spurs

Team leaders dismiss scheduling as a factor, pointing to limited reps for the core group.

Overview

  • San Antonio routed Oklahoma City 130-110 in the Thunder’s most lopsided defeat of the season, fueled by turnovers and defensive breakdowns.
  • Coverage differs on whether the Thunder have dropped three or four second-night back-to-backs, reinforcing a recurring trouble spot.
  • Jalen Williams rejected travel or scheduling excuses and said the fix is more time together for the core five of himself, Chet Holmgren, Zay, Lu Dort and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
  • Williams logged 17 points on 8-of-18 shooting with eight assists and six rebounds as lineup inconsistency again surfaced.
  • Head coach Mark Daigneault credited the Spurs’ energy and execution and noted a home rematch at Paycom Center is next.