Key Takeaways:
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led Oklahoma City with 31 points as the Thunder moved to 6-0 after overcoming the Wizards 127-108
- Ajay Mitchell and Isaiah Joe each contributed 20 points; Joe made his season debut following a knee bruise layoff and hit five three-pointers
- Thunder forced 22 turnovers and committed only six, with Cason Wallace tallying four steals and Alex Caruso adding three
Match Overview
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered 31 points on Thursday night as the Oklahoma City Thunder maintained their perfect start to the season with a commanding 127-108 win over the Washington Wizards. The victory marked Oklahoma City’s sixth consecutive triumph, while the Wizards suffered their third successive defeat, dropping to a 1-4 record.
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Thunder’s Clinical Performances and Defensive Prowess
Ajay Mitchell came off the bench to provide an impressive 20-point contribution. Mitchell continued his flawless record at the free throw line this season by converting all six of his attempts, lifting his season tally to 19 consecutive makes.
Isaiah Joe made a notable return after missing the Thunder’s first five matches due to a knee contusion. He added 20 points, highlighted by five successful shots from beyond the arc. Oklahoma City, entering the fixture with a league-worst 3-point percentage of 28.8%, found much-needed accuracy with Joe’s impact.
On the defensive end, Oklahoma City exerted significant pressure, forcing 22 Wizards turnovers while limiting their own mistakes to just six. Cason Wallace led the team with four steals and Alex Caruso contributed three.
Wizards’ Effort and Key Contributors
CJ McCollum responded for the Wizards with 19 points, while Bilal Coulibaly scored 16. Despite their efforts, the Wizards were unable to halt their losing skid, falling further behind through crucial runs from the Thunder at key moments in the game.
Injury News and Off-Court Updates
Off the court, Oklahoma City general manager Sam Presti revealed earlier in the day that guard Nikola Topic has been diagnosed with testicular cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. The Thunder continued to manage further injury concerns, with star forwards Chet Holmgren (out the last two games with lower back soreness) and Jalen Williams (yet to play this season after surgery on his right wrist) both absent from the line-up.
Game Progression
The Thunder ended the first half with a 15-5 surge, securing a 59-49 lead at the interval. Gilgeous-Alexander put up 20 points in the opening two quarters, while Joe contributed 14. The Wizards narrowed the margin to 83-81 late in the third, but Oklahoma City closed that period with a 9-3 spurt. Jaylin Williams capped the quarter by draining a three-pointer at the buzzer, giving the Thunder a 92-84 advantage. Oklahoma City then stretched its lead to as many as 24 points in the fourth quarter.
| Top Scorers | Points | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 31 | Thunder |
| Ajay Mitchell | 20 | Thunder |
| Isaiah Joe | 20 | Thunder |
| CJ McCollum | 19 | Wizards |
| Bilal Coulibaly | 16 | Wizards |
Looking Ahead
- Washington will host the Orlando Magic on Saturday
- Oklahoma City will welcome the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday
