Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder cruised to a 113-99 victory over the Sacramento Kings (3-12) on Wednesday night at Paycom Center. Chet Holmgren added 21 points, while Lu Dort scored all 14 of his points in the second half, including 11 in the fourth quarter, as Oklahoma City improved to 15-1.
The Thunder led 58-50 at halftime and extended their advantage in the third quarter when Gilgeous-Alexander hit a banked mid-range jumper and converted the free throw, giving them an 83-67 lead heading into the fourth. Oklahoma City outscored Sacramento 30-30 in the final quarter to maintain control and secure their seventh consecutive win.
Dennis Schroder led the Kings with 21 points and DeMar DeRozan contributed 17, but Sacramento dropped its seventh straight game. Domantas Sabonis did not play due to soreness in his left knee, limiting the Kings’ inside presence.
Former Thunder star Russell Westbrook received a warm welcome from the home crowd and contributed seven points, 10 rebounds, and six assists. Zach LaVine’s halfcourt attempt at the buzzer was ruled late, preserving the Thunder’s 58-50 halftime lead.
The Thunder have dominated the Kings this season, winning all three matchups and averaging a 20.3-point margin in their current winning streak, which includes back-to-back double-digit victories over the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers.
Oklahoma City will visit the Utah Jazz on Friday, while the Kings travel to Memphis to face the Grizzlies on Thursday.
