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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander says he snapped his NBA record streak of consecutive 20-point games in Thursday night's home opener win over the Denver Nuggets because he saw it as a measure of "respect" not to play against his opponents' bench in a blowout.
Victor Wembanyama’s season‑opening 12‑point, 13‑rebound, six‑block effort against the Oklahoma City Thunder sparked sharp criticism from Carmelo Anthony, who said he saw "no developed skill set" in the French star’s 1‑for‑13 shooting night (7.69%). Anthony, speaking on his Brooklyn podcast, urged Wemby to add traditional post moves and interior fundamentals to complement his perimeter attempts. Wembanyama acknowledged overthinking his shots and pledged to be more decisive. The article contrasts this slump with Walker Kessler’s flawless 26‑point debut for the Lakers, highlighting the debate over Wemby’s offensive evolution.
Aaron Gordon made half of the Nuggets' 3-pointers at Oklahoma City, and David Adelman said he's still pulling one of Denver's best players in and out
Denver's offense struggled the moment the starting lineup was disrupted by injury again. The post Denver Nuggets season opener vs OKC Thunder looked similar to last season’s closer appeared first on Mile High Sports .
PHILADELPHIA — Early-season NBA action brought dramatic storylines Thursday night, featuring a staggering 29-point comeback at the Wells The post NBA Recaps: Comeback Magic in Philly and Thunder Defense Highlight Wild Thursday Slate appeared first on We Never Stop .
The Spurs head into their second regular‑season game on Oct. 23, 2026, looking to rebound from an opening‑night loss to the Thunder. Houston, 1‑0, leans on veteran Kevin Durant, point‑guard Fred VanVleet’s return (11 assists, 0 turnovers vs. the Mavericks), and rising stars Alperen Şengün, Jabari Smith Jr., and Amen Thompson. San Antonio (0‑1) must shake off Victor Wembanyama’s off night (1‑13 shooting) and their trio’s 5‑of‑14 three‑point performance. Key injuries: Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox (wrist) and Keldon Johnson (laceration) are game‑time decisions; Tobias Harris is out. Line: Spurs –6.5. Watch how Wembanyama and the Spurs’ shooting improve against a Rockets squad eager to prove VanVleet’s impact.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was not his usual efficient self, but the Oklahoma City Thunder still hacked out the win against the Denver Nuggets, 96-84, at Paycom Center on Thursday. Both teams did not shoot well, but the Thunder played better defense to survive the Nuggets despite Gilgeous-Alexander scoring only 17 points on 6-of-19 field goals, including […] The post Charles Barkley dubs Thunder ‘team to beat’ after disposing of Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 96-84 on Thursday, using a strong second-half defensive performance to secure a victory despite a quiet shooting night from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in their home opener. Jalen Williams led Oklahoma City with 21 points, while Chet Holmgren recorded 12 points, 17 rebounds and four blocks. Gilgeous-Alexander finished with […] The post Thunder limit Nikola Jokic, beat Nuggets appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
In a 96-84 win over Denver on Oct. 23, 2026, OKC Thunder star Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander voluntarily ended his NBA‑record 141‑game streak of 20‑point outings. After scoring 13 of his 17 points in the second half, SGA asked coach Mark Daigneault to pull him as the Nuggets emptied their bench. Daigneault praised the self‑less move as a top‑tier display of class and leadership. The guard finished 6‑for‑19 (3‑for‑11 from three) with three assists and a block, while Jalen Williams led with 21 points and Chet Holmgren added a double‑double. The Thunder improved to 2‑0.
The only person who cost OKC Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander his 20-point streak was he himself.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a chance to keep his historic 20-point streak alive against the Denver Nuggets. He chose to sit down instead. The Oklahoma City Thunder star finished with 17 points in a 96-84 win over the Nuggets on Thursday night at Paycom Center. That ended his NBA-record run of 141 straight regular-season games with […] The post Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reveals ‘respect’ reason why he gave up 20-point streak vs. Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Denver Nuggets were putrid in the second half against the OKC Thunder as they revealed four ugly truths about their current roster.
The Nuggets score just 84 points in the season opener, and Cam Johnson suffers an ankle injury. The post LNN: Denver Nuggets offense shut down in season opener vs Oklahoma City Thunder appeared first on Mile High Sports .
The Nuggets fall 96-84 to the Thunder in Oklahoma City, posting their worst offensive night since February 2019. Nikola Jokic manages just 13 points on 5‑of‑19 shooting, while Jamal Murray adds six points with six turnovers. Cameron Johnson exits early with a right ankle sprain, and Denver shoots a miserable 8‑for‑30 from three and 14‑of‑22 at the line. Oklahoma City’s defense forces 22 Nuggets turnovers, converting them into 21 points, and limits Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander to 17 on 6‑of‑19. Aaron Gordon leads the Thunder with 20 points, and the Thunder seal the win with a late three‑pointer. Denver’s 84 points tie a low not seen since 2019.
The Oklahoma City Thunder's suffocating defense and effective team play led to an impressive victory over the Denver Nuggets.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s historic scoring run has finally come to an end, but the Oklahoma City Thunder still found a way to win. The 28-year-old scored 17 points in the Thunder’s 96-84 home win over the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night at Paycom Center. That snapped his NBA-record streak of 141 straight regular-season games with at […] The post Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s record 141-game 20-point streak snapped in win over Nuggets appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Denver Nuggets struggled to get anything going in their season opener on Thursday, bowing to the Oklahoma City Thunder, 96-84, at Paycom Center. The Nuggets had a decent start, but they slowly unraveled in the second half, allowing the Thunder to improve to 2-0 despite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 20-point streak being snapped. The loss could […] The post Nuggets’ Cam Johnson suffers ankle injury in opening loss to Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Denver Nuggets came out with a good gameplan defensively but left their offense in the preseason, and it cost them the game as… The post Recap: Denver Nuggets start strong defensive but falter on offense, lose 96-84 to the Oklahoma City Thunder appeared first on Denver Stiffs .
A pair of former MVPs matched up on Thursday as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder took on Nikola Jokić and the Denver Nuggets.
The Thunder’s two‑time MVP Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander opened the 2026‑27 season with a 116‑104 win over the Spurs, underscoring the long‑term payoff of GM Sam Presti’s patient, relationship‑first strategy. Presti handed SG‑A a copy of “The Tortoise and the Hare” to illustrate a slow‑and‑steady development path, a philosophy that helped the once‑overlooked Kentucky recruit rise from modest high‑school recruiting to averaging 32 points per game and capturing over 75% of first‑place MVP votes in the past two seasons. Their mutual trust, reinforced by SG‑A’s emotional regulation, has turned OKC into a perennial contender and fuels his chase for a possible third straight MVP.
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NBC and Peacock smash NBA opening‑night records on Oct. 22, 2026. The Philadelphia 76ers‑New York Knicks game draws a primetime high of 7.71 million average viewers (peaking at 9.1 million), the most‑watched debut ever, while the Oklahoma City Thunder‑San Antonio Spurs doubleheader brings the overall tip‑off night to 6.41 million viewers, surpassing the 5.7 million record set in 2010. The surge is credited to James’s Philadelphia debut and the Knicks’ first championship celebration since 1973, with the afternoon Celtics‑Pistons game adding 2.5 million viewers.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had reasons to look around and wonder when his turn would come. Luka Doncic already collected All-NBA honors. Trae Young took Atlanta into the conference finals. Ja Morant reached the playoffs. Meanwhile, an injured Gilgeous-Alexander watched Oklahoma City lose its way to a 22-50 finish. Those differences described where four young guards stood […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s rise challenges the NBA’s rush to judge young stars appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Oklahoma City Thunder (1-0) host the Denver Nuggets on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, at 9:30 PM ET. Tune in via ESPN/ESPN Deportes or stream on Fubo (free trial available). Thunder star Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander posted 32 points in a recent 116‑104 win over the Spurs, while Chet Holmgren added 14 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks. Denver returns its core—Nikola Jokić, Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon—plus new pieces like DeMar DeRozan and Alpha Diallo after offseason moves. Both teams are eager after last season’s playoff exits, making this Western Conference showdown a must‑watch.
The NBA’s 2026‑27 Opening Night breaks viewership records as the Knicks‑76ers and Thunder‑Spurs doubleheader averages 6.41 million viewers on NBC/Peacock. LeBron James’ debut with Philadelphia becomes the most‑watched primetime opener, pulling 7.71 million viewers and peaking at 9.1 million. The 76ers beat the Knicks 106‑100, while Oklahoma City tops San Antonio 116‑104 in a rematch of the Western Conference Finals. The games also feature new storylines: James’ likely final stop with the Sixers and Jaylen Brown’s first game after his Boston trade, plus Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs squad seeking redemption.