The Thunder lead Washington 25-19 after the first quarter, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander setting the pace.
On Saturday, Oklahoma City finished the first quarter ahead 25-19, a six-point edge built around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 12 points in 12 minutes. Alexandre Sarr kept Washington within reach with 9 points and 6 rebounds in 7:32. The Thunder’s strong start fits their 7-2 record and No. 10 power-index ranking, while the 4-5 Wizards are ranked No. 19. The early momentum belongs to Oklahoma City, but Washington has time to answer.
Key Performers
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder): 12 points, 4-for-8 FG, 4-for-4 FT Alexandre Sarr (Wizards): 9 points, 6 rebounds, 4-for-8 FG