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The Thunder were led once again by superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who scored 30 points and assisted on seven makes in just 28 minutes of play. His co-star, Chet Holmgren, added another two-way performance to his record, with 15 points, 15 rebounds and four blocks.
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The Oklahoma City Thunder enjoyed a stress-free 131-94 win over the Golden State Warriors on Friday. The talent discrepancy was too much to overcome as the reigning NBA champions led by as many as an unreal 41 points.
SAN FRANCISCO — The Golden State Warriors were without multiple rotational pieces, including their big three of Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green, against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night. Their void was felt. The Warriors fell to the Thunder, 131-94, as they shot 36% on Friday night at the Chase Center.
Brandin Podziemski scored 12 points and had four assists, while Richard and Al Horford each scored 13. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander paced the Thunder with 30 points in just 28 minutes, while Chet Holmgren put up 15 points, 15 rebounds and four blocks as the Thunder improved to 3-0 against the Warriors and 30-5 on the season.
Curry, the former Davidson star, was honored at his old college Tuesday night and then helped the Golden State Warriors beat the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday.
The Golden State Warriors play the Charlotte Hornets on December 31 at Spectrum Center, closing the calendar year with an interconference matchup.Gold.
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NBA: Thunder crush depleted Warriors
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 30 points and seven assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the short-handed Golden State Warriors for a 131-94 win Friday night. Stephen Curry sat out because of a left ankle sprain and backcourt mate Jimmy Butler became ill earlier in the day.