The Oklahoma City Thunder won the second battle of the leaders in both conferences, after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 134:114 at home tonight. A week ago, the Cavs ended the Thunder's 15-game winning streak with a home win, but this time Shay Gilges-Alexander and company dominated completely.
The hosts played very strongly on offense and with a 30-2 run at the end of the first half and the beginning of the second, they took control of the events, which they did not let go until the end. At the end of the third quarter, the difference was already 38 points, after which the Thunder starters got a rest.
The favorite for the MVP of the season Gilges-Alexander scored 40 points and added 8 assists, Lugenz Dort scored 22 points, and Jaylen Williams scored 19. For Cleveland, Darius Garland was the most productive with 20 points, but star Donovan Mitchell made only three shots from 20 attempts and finished with 8 points.
After this game, the two teams have a completely identical balance - 34 wins and 6 losses, leading convincingly in both conferences.
Other results:
Washington Wizards - Phoenix Suns 123:130
Detroit Pistons - Indiana Pacers 100:111
Sacramento Kings - Houston Rockets 132:127
Portland Trail Blazers - LA Clippers 89:118. | BGNES
