Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 28 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Phoenix Suns 138-89 in an NBA Cup quarterfinal.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder continued their historic start to the 2025-26 season with a lopsided 138-89 win over the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Cup quarterfinals.

OKC's defense led the team to 68 regular season wins and an NBA title in 2024-25 in spite of a lackluster shooting performance in the playoffs. This year, the group has picked up right where it left off, as the Thunder hold a 23-1 record behind a strong defensive performance.

The Oklahoma City Thunder held practice on Tuesday. They're amid a two-day break before they host the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday in the 2025 NBA Cup quarterfinals. Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault and Ajay Mitchell talked to the local media afterward.

Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault had an honest reaction to an earlier remark of Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker.

Oklahoma City could add a handful of talented young pieces in the upcoming NBA Draft even after a remarkable start to the 2025-26 season.

In his two years in OKC, Leons has mostly spent time with the OKC Blue. He's also had a couple of Summer League and preseason stints. Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault was excited to see the 26-year-old return to the NBA. He had a cup of coffee with the reigning NBA champion last year with six appearances.

Warriors set to sign 6-foot-9 forward from Netherlands who has played for OKC Thunder originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Golden State Warriors look set to add some length to their roster.