Key Takeaways:
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered 38 points, including a decisive three-pointer in the closing minutes
- Seth Curry contributed 14 points for Golden State during his debut as Stephen Curry sat out a second consecutive match
- The Oklahoma City Thunder (21-1) secured their latest win, handing Golden State only their third home defeat
Match Analysis
On Tuesday evening in San Francisco, the Oklahoma City Thunder overcame the Golden State Warriors 124-112. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continued his outstanding scoring form by notching 38 points, including a pivotal three-pointer with 3:34 left on the clock. Gilgeous-Alexander also netted nine points in the last 1:16 of the second quarter, enabling Oklahoma City to lead 63-44 at halftime.
Jalen Williams supported with 22 points and six assists for the visitors, while Chet Holmgren contributed 21 points along with eight rebounds. Holmgren’s three-pointer from the top of the arc with 6:02 left in the contest put the Thunder ahead at a critical juncture, helping stave off a late surge from the home side.
Fought to the final buzzer. pic.twitter.com/q3fSdDF9At
— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) December 3, 2025
Golden State’s Response and Key Player Performances
Brandin Podziemski led the Warriors’ scoring with 17 points, matching his career best and adding six assists. Pat Spencer also tallied 17 points alongside six assists; his putback with 2:26 remaining in the third quarter cut Oklahoma City’s lead to just 81-79. Spencer followed up with a three-pointer on the next possession to reduce the deficit further, although Podziemski’s buzzer-beating triple at the end of the quarter saw Golden State trailing 91-88 entering the fourth.
Seth Curry made his return to the Warriors lineup, receiving an enthusiastic reception after rejoining the squad this week. Curry contributed 14 points, highlighted by his jumper at the 8:24 mark in the second quarter for his first points, marking a successful debut in the absence of Stephen Curry, who missed his second straight game due to a bruised left quadriceps and muscle strain suffered last Wednesday against Houston.
Gary Payton II delivered 13 points, five rebounds, and five assists for the Warriors, with Draymond Green and Buddy Hield also scoring 13 each.
Injuries and Line-up Changes
Golden State’s Jimmy Butler did not feature in the second half due to a sore left knee. Butler began the game despite entering the contest as questionable following a bruised left glute sustained on Saturday against the Pelicans. During the second quarter, Butler lost his left shoe after an awkward cut beneath the basket and was seen limping afterwards; he did not return for the remainder of the game.
Seth Curry, having been recently re-signed after previously attending training camp and being waived for financial reasons, was greeted warmly by fans upon checking in during the first quarter.
Looking Ahead
- Oklahoma City Thunder will host Dallas on Friday night
- Golden State Warriors will embark on a three-game road trip, beginning Thursday at Philadelphia
