Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander combined for 61 points as the champion Oklahoma City Thunder get a comfortable win after back-to-back 2OT games to start their NBA title defense.
The Oklahoma City Thunder rolled to a 117–100 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday (PH time) at the State Farm Arena, staying unbeaten at 3–0 in the 2025–26 NBA season.
After back-to-back double-overtime thrillers to start their campaign, the Thunder made sure there was no drama this time, taking full control in the third quarter and cruising to a comfortable victory.
Chet Holmgren led the charge with 31 points, 11 rebounds, and three steals, while reigning NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 30 points, five rebounds, and five assists in another strong outing.
The Hawks, who fell to 1–2, had six players in double figures, led by Nickeil Alexander-Walker’s 17 points.
Trae Young chipped in 15 points and 10 assists, but Atlanta couldn’t keep pace with Oklahoma City’s offense and interior dominance.
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