Thunder's SGA Hits Clutch Game-Winner
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) of the Thunder hit a clutch stepback 3-pointer to seal a thriller against the Nuggets [https://x.com/i/status/2031374294970716406]. New angles and celebrations are going viral [https://x.com/i/status/2031372291079074180].
The Thunder, now 51-15, are currently the first seed in the Western Conference. SGA had 35 points, 15 assists and 9 rebounds in the victory. Oklahoma City played without key players, including Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Hartenstein and Alex Caruso. Jaylin Williams started in place of Hartenstein and contributed 29 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 7-of-11 from three. The Nuggets fell to 39-25. Denver's Nikola Jokic had 32 points, 14 rebounds, and 13 assists. The Thunder have a 98.0% chance to make the playoffs and a 39.2% chance to win the championship. Oklahoma City last won a championship in 2025, their first since relocating from Seattle. SGA is making a strong case for MVP, averaging 31.7 points and 6.4 assists this season. He is known as a clutch performer.
