Player grades: Thunder make easy work of Wizards in 114-75 win

Oklahoma City Thunder secured a dominant 114-75 victory over the Washington Wizards, showcasing their winning formula even with several key players absent. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge with a remarkable 30 points, nine assists, and two rebounds, while Aday Mara contributed 18 points and eight rebounds. Jared McCain had 19 points and five rebounds.

The Thunder dominated, shooting 49% from the field, including an impressive 35.7% from beyond the arc. The Wizards struggled, shooting just 30% from the field and 16.3% from three-point range. Despite the Wizards' efforts, including a strong second-half performance, they couldn't keep up with the Thunder's 33-point fourth quarter surge.

Gilgeous-Alexander's jumper became his primary weapon, making it look effortless as he consistently connected from mid-range. The combination of Gilgeous-Alexander's efficiency and the solid contributions from the rest of the roster proved too much for the Wizards, highlighting the Thunder's resurgence and versatility following a series of injuries.