Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wills OKC Thunder to much-needed win over Cleveland Cavaliers
The OKC Thunder snapped a two-game skid with a 117-112 road win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday. Here are takeaways.
Cleveland - Isaiah Hartenstein emphasized Oklahoma City's overcoming of recent injuries during practice. The Thunder recovered from consecutive losses to Dallas and Houston, conceding 45 points in total. Hartenstein highlighted the team's readiness to return to their optimal playing style. This was evident in their 117-112 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
The star playmaker Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered an outstanding performance, shooting 35 times with a career-high tied attempt and sinking a crucial 3-pointer with 32 seconds left. Gilgeous-Alexander finished the game with 43 points, eight assists, three rebounds, two steals, and one block. The Thunder's rotation of rookies and two-way players contributed significantly to their success.
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