Key Takeaways:
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points as Oklahoma City defeated San Antonio 119-98
- The Thunder secured their first win in four meetings with the Spurs this season, improving to a league-best 34-7 record
- San Antonio will host Milwaukee next, while Oklahoma City travel to face Houston on Thursday
Game Overview
Oklahoma City reclaimed dominance over the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night, securing a commanding 119-98 victory at home. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered an outstanding performance, recording 34 points as the Thunder notched their first win against the Spurs in four encounters this season.
Jalen Williams supported the effort with 20 points, while Chet Holmgren contributed eight points, 10 rebounds, and three blocks. The Thunder, who are the defending NBA champions, improved their season record to 34-7 midway through the campaign – maintaining the league’s top mark and staying on pace with the previous season’s 68-14 regular-season finish.
Thunder W ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/Zj925XOd0K
— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) January 14, 2026
Statistical Comparison
| Team | Points | Top Scorer | Rebounds (Top) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City Thunder | 119 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (34) | Chet Holmgren (10) |
| San Antonio Spurs | 98 | Stephon Castle (20) | Luke Kornet (8) |
Match Progression
San Antonio, who began the evening in second place in the Western Conference, had previously asserted themselves as title contenders with three victories over the Thunder in rapid succession last month. However, the Spurs have now lost six out of their last 10 games.
Oklahoma City enjoyed a blistering start to the season with a 24-1 record, before suffering a setback that included three consecutive defeats to the Spurs. The Thunder have rebounded impressively and are currently on a four-game winning streak.
The Thunder achieved this latest triumph despite being without two key starters: leading rebounder Isaiah Hartenstein and defensive specialist Lu Dort. Nevertheless, Oklahoma City’s defence stifled the Spurs, holding them to a 40% shooting rate from the field.
Quarter-by-Quarter Summary
- First Quarter: Gilgeous-Alexander scored 13 points as Oklahoma City established a 32-26 advantage
- Half-time: Thunder led 55-52
- Third Quarter: Gilgeous-Alexander hit a key three-point play, pushing the lead to 73-62; he finished the period with 15 points, and OKC entered the fourth with a 95-76 margin
- Gilgeous-Alexander extended his run of 20+ point games to 111, the second-longest streak in NBA history
Looking Ahead
The final regular-season meeting between the sides is scheduled for 4 February in San Antonio. Looking immediately ahead, the Spurs will host the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday, while the Thunder visit the Houston Rockets on the same night.
