The Oklahoma City Thunder continues to dominate the NBA season, securing their 11th consecutive victory with a 119-103 win over the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night (April 4) at the Paycom Center. This victory allowed OKC to tie the franchise record of 64 wins in a single season, a milestone originally set in the 1995-96 season when the team was still known as the Seattle SuperSonics.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was once again the star of the night, scoring 33 points and recording his 48th game this season with at least 30 points. Despite struggling with his shooting, making just 10 of 26 field goal attempts, the Canadian guard played a key role in securing another important win for the Thunder. Jalen Williams added 23 points, while Chet Holmgren shined with a double double, posting 22 points and 11 rebounds.
The Thunder’s defense played a crucial role, especially down the stretch, as they went on a 12-0 scoring run to seal the victory in commanding fashion.
On the other side, the Detroit Pistons faced serious roster challenges, missing key players like Cade Cunningham, Isaiah Stewart, Marcus Sasser, and Ron Holland II due to injuries and suspensions. Tim Hardaway Jr. stepped up for Detroit, leading the team with 23 points, but without their primary scorers, the Pistons struggled to contain OKC’s explosive offense.
With this victory, the Oklahoma City Thunder further solidifies its position at the top of the Western Conference, keeping alive the dream of reaching the historic 70 win mark in the regular season. Meanwhile, the Detroit Pistons continue to fight for improvement, hoping to turn things around and stay competitive in the league.
