Thunder win 11th straight to improve to 19-1, beating Suns 123-119 to move on in NBA Cup

Thunder Extend Winning Streak to 11 Games

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points and added eight assists as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Phoenix Suns 123-119 on Friday night, improving their record to 19-1 and advancing in the NBA Cup tournament.

Key Performers

The Thunder’s offense continued to dominate behind Gilgeous-Alexander’s leadership.

Game Summary

Oklahoma City maintained control for most of the game but had to withstand a late rally from the Suns. Phoenix was led by Devin Booker, who scored 33 points, and Kevin Durant, who added 28. Despite narrowing the gap in the fourth quarter, the Suns couldn’t convert key possessions down the stretch.

Head coach Mark Daigneault praised his team’s resilience, saying, “Our guys stayed composed when it mattered most. That composure has been our identity all season.”

Outlook

The Thunder, now one of the hottest teams in the league, continue to showcase strong balance on both ends of the court. Their next matchup will test whether they can maintain momentum as the competition in the NBA Cup intensifies.

“We’re just focused on getting better every game,” Gilgeous-Alexander said postgame. “Winning takes care of itself when we keep doing the right things.”

Author’s Summary: Oklahoma City edged out Phoenix in a tight game, marking their 11th straight win and solidifying their dominance early in the NBA season.

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Chron Chron — 2025-11-29

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