Spurs 110-104 Thunder (Nov 19, 2024) Game Recap from

Spurs Put Away Thunder, Stay Undefeated

Spurs Win Fifth Straight

The San Antonio Spurs extended their winning streak to five games Friday night, beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 110-104 at the Paycom Center. Keldon Johnson led the way for San Antonio with 27 points, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 28 points. The Spurs led by just two points at halftime, but they opened up a 10-point lead in the third quarter and never looked back. Dejounte Murray had a big third quarter for San Antonio, scoring eight points and assisting on three baskets. The Thunder made a run in the fourth quarter, cutting the lead to four points with less than two minutes to play. But the Spurs hit their free throws down the stretch to secure the victory.

Johnson Continues to Impress

Keldon Johnson has been one of the most impressive young players in the NBA this season, and he continued to shine against the Thunder. The 22-year-old forward scored 27 points on 10-of-16 shooting, and he also grabbed eight rebounds. Johnson has now scored at least 20 points in four of the Spurs' five games this season. He is averaging 21.6 points per game, which is second on the team behind Dejounte Murray.

Spurs' Defense Shines

The Spurs' defense has been one of the most underrated units in the NBA this season. They held the Thunder to just 41.7% shooting from the field, and they forced 15 turnovers. The Spurs' defense has been particularly impressive in the paint. They have allowed opponents to shoot just 45.8% from inside the paint this season, which is the fifth-best mark in the NBA.

Thunder's Struggles Continue

The Thunder have now lost four of their first five games this season. They have struggled to score the ball, and they have been even worse on defense. The Thunder are averaging just 101.0 points per game this season, which is 29th in the NBA. They are also allowing opponents to score 117.8 points per game, which is the fourth-worst mark in the league. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a bright spot for the Thunder this season, but he has not been able to do it all by himself. The Thunder need to get more production from their other players if they want to turn things around.