In a thrilling matchup on January 13, 2026, the Oklahoma City Thunder decisively triumphed over the San Antonio Spurs with a score of 119-98. This victory marked the Thunder's first win against the Spurs this season after suffering three previous defeats. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was a standout player, amassing an impressive 34 points, showcasing his scoring prowess on the court.
Joining him in the spotlight, Jalen Williams contributed significantly with 20 points, while Chet Holmgren added a solid performance with eight points, 10 rebounds, and three blocks. As the season reaches its midpoint, the Thunder boast a remarkable record of 34 wins and only 7 losses, positioning them as the top team in the league and on track to potentially replicate their phenomenal 68-14 finish from last season.
On the other side, the Spurs had some notable performances as well, with Stephon Castle scoring 20 points and Victor Wembanyama contributing 17 points along with seven rebounds. The Spurs, who began the night in second place in the Western Conference standings, previously made headlines by defeating the Thunder three times within a two-week span last month. However, they are now struggling, having lost six out of their last ten games.
Oklahoma City started the season incredibly strong, achieving a remarkable 24-1 record, but faced a setback with those losses to San Antonio. Fortunately for the Thunder, they have bounced back impressively, winning four consecutive games leading up to this matchup.
Remarkably, the Thunder secured this win without two key starters: Isaiah Hartenstein, their leading rebounder, and Lu Dort, known for his defensive abilities. Despite these absences, the Thunder maintained a strong defensive presence, limiting the Spurs to just 40% shooting from the field.
Gilgeous-Alexander was instrumental right from the start, scoring 13 points in the first quarter and helping the Thunder establish a 32-26 lead. By halftime, Oklahoma City held a slim advantage at 55-52.
In the third quarter, Gilgeous-Alexander continued to shine, scoring and drawing a foul that extended the Thunder's lead to 73-62 with a successful free throw. This moment not only highlighted his scoring ability but also marked his 111th consecutive game with 20 or more points, making it the second-longest streak in NBA history.
He finished the third quarter with 15 points, helping the Thunder extend their lead to 95-76 as they headed into the final quarter. The two teams will meet again for their final regular-season game on February 4 in San Antonio.
Looking ahead, the Spurs will play host to the Milwaukee Bucks this Thursday, while the Thunder will be visiting the Houston Rockets on the same day.
