The Oklahoma City Thunder showcased their resilience with a hard-fought victory over the Miami Heat, improving their record to 22-5. This win marked a significant achievement as they secured a spot in the NBA Cup final, a rare feat for the league.

Despite facing fatigue from playing three games in four days, the Thunder, led by Jalen Williams’ impressive performance, managed to dominate the Heat. With this victory, they now hold the second-best record in the league, just behind the Cleveland Cavaliers.