The Oklahoma City Thunder and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander have been on fire since the start of the NBA season, and they are really heating up. As they reach new heights as a team for this season, they are now capturing the attention of basketball analysts and fans. As of January 7, 2025, the Thunder have achieved a franchise-record 15-game winning streak, establishing themselves as dominant contenders in the Western Conference. With a stellar 30-5 record, the team is proving they can hang with the league’s best, and have championship goals this season.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: The Star Leading the Charge
The heart of the Thunders’s success starts with SGA on the court. Like last year, he has delivered MVP-caliber performances that help their team pull ahead in tough matchups. In the win over Boston, he leads the team with 33 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists. Earlier, he tallied a career-high 45 points against the Pacers, showing his ability to take over games.
Breaking Franchise Records
The Thunder have reached a 15-game win streak with the victory over the Boston Celtics. This victory has surpassed their previous franchise record of 12 consecutive wins which was accomplished in the 2012-2013 season with Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. This young core is hungry, and they are putting on consistent performances amongst the best in the league.
One of the key factors in the Thunder’s success has been their exceptional defensive play. Against the Celtics, Oklahoma City held their opponents to just 27 points in the second half, allowing only 20% shooting during that period. This defensive effort has been a recurring theme throughout the streak, with the team consistently shutting down some of the league’s most potent offenses.
Tough Matchup Coming Soon
The Thunder are set to face off against one of the East’s best teams, the Cleveland Cavaliers. They are looking to prove themselves once against as one of the best with a juicy matchup coming soon. This game is between the best Western Conference team versus the best Eastern Conference team. Perhaps this foreshadows a potential matchup in the finals? Only time will tell.
Fans and analysts alike are eagerly anticipating this matchup, which could further solidify Oklahoma City’s status as a championship contender.
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