Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered an outstanding performance, scoring a career-high 45 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder triumphed over the Los Angeles Clippers 134-128. This victory marked the Thunder's first game of the season without Chet Holmgren, who is sidelined for at least eight weeks due to a pelvic fracture.

Gilgeous-Alexander's impressive shooting included 13 of 21 from the field and 15 of 16 from the free-throw line, complemented by nine assists. Despite being outrebounded and facing injuries, the Thunder's depth proved decisive against the Clippers, who struggled with turnovers and foul trouble.