The Oklahoma City Thunder are on the brink of making history as they aim for a 70-win season, currently boasting a 64-12 record with six games remaining. Achieving this feat would place them among the few teams in NBA history to reach such heights, only previously accomplished by the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls and the 2015-16 Golden State Warriors. Key to their success has been the stellar performance of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who has scored 20+ points in 69 consecutive games. His MVP candidacy is bolstered by his incredible plus-minus rating this season, putting him in an elite category alongside Warriors greats from their championship runs.

Despite a tough remaining schedule facing teams like the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers, the Thunder are not letting off the gas. Their strong point differential indicates their dominance in games, and their defense led by potential Defensive Player of the Year candidate Lu Dort is exceptional. Analysts note that while the focus often shifts to championship rings, the Thunder's potential historic regular season should be celebrated in its own right. If they remain healthy, particularly with Gilgeous-Alexander at the helm, they are primed to be serious contenders not only for the regular season record but also in the playoffs.