Key Takeaways:
- Oklahoma City Thunder secured their 23rd victory of the season, defeating the Utah Jazz 131-101 for their 15th consecutive win
- Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams each tallied 25 points in the triumph, while the Thunder converted 21 three-pointers and forced 17 Utah turnovers
- Kyle Filipowski led the Jazz with 21 points and 10 rebounds in a game where both teams were without their leading scorers
Comprehensive Match Analysis
On Sunday night in Salt Lake City, the Oklahoma City Thunder reinforced their commanding position atop the standings by overpowering the Utah Jazz 131-101. With this result, the Thunder have now amassed a 23-1 record and are on a remarkable 15-game winning streak.
Chet Holmgren delivered an impressive all-round display, notching 25 points and securing nine rebounds. Jalen Williams matched Holmgren’s scoring output and contributed eight assists, orchestrating the Thunder’s offence with poise. Aaron Wiggins made a key impact from the bench, adding 19 points to the tally, while Branden Carlson contributed a season-high 13 points.
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— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) December 8, 2025
Shooting Precision and Turnover Pressure
Oklahoma City displayed clinical offensive execution, converting 58% of their field-goal attempts and draining 21 shots from beyond the arc. The Thunder’s aggressive defence also paid dividends, as they capitalised on 17 Utah turnovers to generate 27 points on the fast break.
The opening period proved especially damaging for the Jazz, as Oklahoma City surged out to a 13-1 lead before Utah finally registered its first basket three and a half minutes into play. Although Keyonte George briefly sparked the home side with a layup to reduce the deficit to 18-9, Oklahoma City responded with an explosive sequence led by Branden Carlson, who electrified the quarter with a dunk and three triples in five possessions. By the close of the first quarter, the Thunder had engineered an emphatic 43-16 advantage, ultimately recording 45 points in the period.
Notably, Utah have now conceded 86 first-quarter points across their last two games, underscoring ongoing defensive struggles.
Individual Highlights and Absent Stars
Kyle Filipowski led the Jazz effort with 21 points and 10 rebounds, supported by Walter Clayton Jr. and Taylor Hendricks, both contributing 20 points apiece, with Clayton also dishing out nine assists. However, both teams were affected by the absence of their principal contributors: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander missed out for the Thunder due to left elbow bursitis, while Utah’s Lauri Markkanen sat out with an undisclosed illness.
| Player | Team | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chet Holmgren | Oklahoma City Thunder | 25 | 9 | 1 |
| Jalen Williams | Oklahoma City Thunder | 25 | 3 | 8 |
| Aaron Wiggins | Oklahoma City Thunder | 19 | 3 | 1 |
| Branden Carlson | Oklahoma City Thunder | 13 | 6 | 0 |
| Kyle Filipowski | Utah Jazz | 21 | 10 | 2 |
| Walter Clayton Jr. | Utah Jazz | 20 | 2 | 9 |
| Taylor Hendricks | Utah Jazz | 20 | 5 | 1 |
Statistical Summary and Upcoming Fixtures
Throughout the match, Oklahoma City maintained a double-digit cushion, widening their advantage to as many as 42 points during the second half. The Thunder’s ability to distribute the scoring burden in the absence of their leading scorer proved decisive, while Utah’s defensive frailties were once again exposed.
Oklahoma City Thunder will next host Phoenix on Wednesday night in the NBA Cup quarter-finals. Meanwhile, the Jazz are set to travel to Memphis on Friday night as they look to regroup.
