The NBA Cup semifinal saw the Oklahoma City Thunder overcome the Houston Rockets with a strong second-half performance, scoring 70 points at 58% shooting. The game started off defensively, with both teams struggling to find their rhythm.

Thunder coach Mark Daigneault praised his team's offensive adjustments, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led with 32 points. Oklahoma City will face the Milwaukee Bucks in the championship game on Tuesday.