Stephen Curry scored 36 points as the Golden State Warriors defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 127-116, extending their season record to 8-2.
Curry’s performance proved decisive as Golden State managed to fend off Oklahoma City’s comeback attempt, ending the Thunder’s four-game winning streak.
The four-time NBA champion connected on 7 of 13 from beyond the arc, shooting 13 of 23 overall, and added five rebounds and seven assists. With his shooting, the Warriors built a 30-point lead by the third quarter, a margin that Oklahoma City narrowed late in the game.
A crucial 3-pointer from Curry with 3:23 remaining helped seal the victory for Golden State, keeping the Thunder at bay.
The Thunder faced another setback as forward Chet Holmgren exited in the first quarter with a right hip injury and did not return. Holmgren’s absence left Oklahoma City’s defense vulnerable, impacting their interior coverage and putting additional strain on their guards to compensate.
Jonathan Kuminga contributed 20 points off the bench for the Warriors, while De’Anthony Melton recorded a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds. Andrew Wiggins added 18 points, five assists, and eight rebounds, bolstering Golden State’s balanced offense against a Thunder defense that has ranked among the best in the league this season.
Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led his team with 24 points, while Jalen Williams added 20. The Thunder, now also at 8-2, lost their first home game of the season in a highly anticipated matchup between two Western Conference contenders.
The Warriors’ shooting efficiency played a key role, as they shot 50.6% from the field. This game marked the first time this season that the Thunder allowed an opponent to shoot over 50%, demonstrating the impact of Holmgren’s absence on Oklahoma City’s defensive performance.
De’Anthony Melton was instrumental on both ends, hitting five 3-pointers while also gathering three steals, highlighting his ability to impact the game in multiple facets. Kuminga’s energy off the bench was also critical in maintaining Golden State’s lead, as he connected on 8 of 11 shots and contributed five rebounds.
For the Thunder, Cason Wallace and Isaiah Joe provided scoring support with 16 and 10 points, respectively, but their efforts were not enough to overcome Golden State’s strong offensive performance.
Golden State’s balanced effort was complemented by strong team play, evident in their 35 assists, which helped them move the ball effectively to create open shots. Draymond Green was key to this distribution, recording 11 assists along with eight points, reflecting his role as a primary playmaker.
