Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 40 points and 8 assists in three quarters powered the Oklahoma City Thunder past the Cleveland Cavaliers, 134-114, Thursday night. Both teams entered with league-best 34-6 records, but Oklahoma City handed Cleveland its worst loss this season.
The Thunder dominated with a 30-2 run early, leading 75-49 at halftime and extending to 119-81 after three quarters. Lu Dort scored a season-high 22 points, while Cleveland’s top scorer, Donovan Mitchell, was limited to 8 points on 3-for-15 shooting.
Key Stats
- Thunder: 60.3% FG, 6 turnovers
- Cavaliers: 21 turnovers
Up Next
Thunder at Mavericks Friday; Cavaliers at Timberwolves Saturday.
