Oklahoma City residents witnessed a commanding performance by the Thunder on Saturday night as the team defeated the Washington Wizards 114‑75, according to koco.com. Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander led the charge with 30 points in three quarters, while the Thunder shot an efficient 50% in the first half and built a 57‑36 lead before the fourth quarter.
The victory improves the Thunder’s record to 8‑2 and marks their fifth win in seven games since losing starters Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace and Chet Holmgren to long‑term injuries, koco.com reported. Jared McCain contributed 19 points, and rookie Aday Mara added 18 points, eight rebounds and three blocks, underscoring the depth the team has found amid the injuries.
Washington struggled offensively, posting the lowest total in the NBA this season. The Wizards shot just 29 of 98 from the field (29.6%) and made only 7 of 43 three‑point attempts. They missed their first seven field‑goal attempts and were 15‑for‑52 (28.8%) at the half, according to the same source. Rookie AJ Dybantsa scored 19 points for Washington, while Alex Sarr recorded a double‑double with 15 points and 14 rebounds.
Local interest was highlighted by the performance of Trey Young, a former Norman High and University of Oklahoma star, who was limited to one field goal on six attempts and finished with four points. Hall of Famer Allen Iverson, in town for a birthday celebration, was seen courtside during the game, adding a touch of NBA history to the night.
Looking ahead, the Wizards travel to Detroit on Monday night, while the Thunder head to Portland on Tuesday night for their next matchups, koco.com noted. Both games will provide further insight into how the Thunder’s roster adapts without its injured starters and whether Washington can rebound from its shooting woes.
Sources: koco.com
