Thunder Defeat Warriors 104-97
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Golden State Warriors 104-97 on March 7, 2026, at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. This victory marks the Thunder’s 50th win of the season, solidifying their position as the league’s best team.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 27 points, continuing his impressive scoring streak, having scored at least 20 points in 125 consecutive games. Isaiah Joe contributed significantly as well, adding 18 points to the Thunder’s total.
The Warriors struggled offensively, shooting just 40.9% from the field. Gui Santos was a bright spot for Golden State, scoring 22 points and grabbing 11 rebounds, but it was not enough to overcome the Thunder’s strong performance.
Stephen Curry missed his 13th consecutive game due to right patellofemoral pain syndrome, leaving the Warriors without their star player. Kristaps Porzingis made his return to the lineup after missing six games, having played 18 games this season.
The Thunder took control of the game early, leading 67-54 at halftime. Despite the Warriors’ efforts, they could not close the gap in the second half.
This matchup wasn’t as star-studded as many past encounters between these longtime rivals, but the Thunder’s depth and execution proved decisive.
Looking ahead, the Golden State Warriors will visit the Utah Jazz on March 9, 2026, while the Oklahoma City Thunder will host the Denver Nuggets on the same day.
As the season progresses, both teams will be looking to solidify their playoff positions, with the Thunder aiming to defend their championship title.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the status of Curry for future games, as his absence continues to impact the Warriors’ performance.
