SGA leads Thunder to thrilling comeback victory against Kings to stay undefeated

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SGA leads Thunder to thrilling comeback victory against Kings to stay undefeated

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a remarkable comeback victory against the Sacramento Kings, ending the game with 31 points. The Thunder won 107-101, maintaining their undefeated record at 5-0.

Key Game Highlights

Final Score: Thunder 107, Kings 101
Date: Tuesday night
Thunder’s Record: 5 wins, 0 losses

Performance Overview

In a challenging game, Gilgeous-Alexander struggled initially, scoring just one basket in the third quarter. However, he rebounded strongly in the fourth, making four of six attempts and contributing nine points to secure the win.

Alongside Gilgeous-Alexander, Aaron Wiggins and Ajay Mitchell each contributed 18 points for the Thunder, making it one of only four unbeaten teams in the NBA.

Sacramento Kings Contributions

Zach LaVine: 23 points
DeMar DeRozan: 19 points
Domantas Sabonis: 10 points and 18 rebounds
Russell Westbrook: 16 points and 9 rebounds in his first start of the season

Injury Impact and Game Turning Points

The Thunder faced challenges with injuries, missing key players like Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, and Isaiah Joe. Despite these setbacks, the team showed resilience in the second half.

After trailing at halftime, Oklahoma City managed to take a brief 71-70 lead in the third quarter with free throws from Lu Dort. However, the Kings responded with an 11-0 run, ending the third quarter with an 83-80 advantage.

Crucial Moments in the Fourth Quarter

Dort’s three-pointer late in the game pushed Oklahoma City ahead 99-97. An additional three-pointer by Alex Caruso contributed to the Thunder’s late surge, making it 104-99 with just 46 seconds left. Gilgeous-Alexander sealed the game with a step-back three-pointer, extending the lead to six points.