Thunder vs Trail Blazers Highlights
The OKC Thunder suffered their first loss of the season against the Portland Trail Blazers despite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the game with 35 points.
Game Overview
OKC entered the match with an 8-0 record, marking their best season start ever after a 126-107 win over the Los Angeles Clippers. Portland, coming off a 123-115 loss to the Lakers, aimed to bounce back with a strong performance.
Key Performances
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: Led the Thunder with 35 points, including 26 points and 9 rebounds during the game.
- Aaron Wiggins: Contributed 22 points and 3 steals.
- Isaiah Hartenstein: Added 8 points and grabbed 10 rebounds.
Game Progress
The Trail Blazers stayed competitive throughout, closing the gap late. The Thunder were just one quarter away from a perfect 9-0 record.
- Aaron Wiggins: Scored 19 points and recorded 3 steals in a key period.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: Posted 17 points and 5 rebounds during critical moments.
"The Thunder's historic start to the season ends."
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder will look to regroup as they prepare for future challenges, while the Trail Blazers build confidence from this win.
Author's summary: The Thunder’s unbeaten streak ended as Portland's resilience and strong offense secured a crucial win, highlighting standout performances from Gilgeous-Alexander and Wiggins.