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Thunder's Gilgeous-Alexander Leads Team to Victory Over Celtics

Oklahoma City Thunder extend winning streak to five, ending Boston Celtics' six-game run in a tight 127-123 game.

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OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - DECEMBER 27: Jalen Williams #8 of the Oklahoma City Thunder yells in celebration after a made basket during the second half against the New York Knicks at Paycom Center on December 27, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder scored 36 points, leading his team to a 127-123 victory over the Boston Celtics.
  • The Thunder's win marks their fifth consecutive victory, while ending the Celtics' six-game winning streak.
  • The Celtics struggled to contain Gilgeous-Alexander, especially during the third quarter where he scored 16 points.
  • Celtics' Kristaps Porziņģis scored 34 points and Jayson Tatum had 30, but their efforts were not enough to secure a win.
  • The Thunder have now won eight of their last nine games, including victories over defending champions Denver and top Western team Minnesota.