The Oklahoma City Thunder asserted their dominance in the NBA with an impressive 134–114 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, showcasing their potential as the league's top team. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shone brightly, scoring 40 points and distributing eight assists, while his teammates Luguentz Dort and Jalen Williams contributed significantly to the scoreboard. The Thunder's early surge included a staggering 22–2 run that set the tone for the match, leaving the Cavaliers struggling to keep pace.

Despite Darius Garland’s 20-point effort for Cleveland, the team faltered under intense pressure. The Cavaliers, who had previously bested the Thunder, now find themselves tied with them for the league's best record at 34–6. Oklahoma City maintained a commanding lead throughout, shooting impressively and capitalizing on Cleveland's mistakes, as the latter committed more turnovers than they made field goals in the first quarter.