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Thunder secure 96-84 victory over Nuggets in home opener

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Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Thunder secure 96-84 victory over Nuggets in home opener
Summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 96-84 in their home opener on October 22, 2026. After a sluggish first half where they trailed 48-44 at halftime, the Thunder responded with a strong second half, scoring 26 points in the third quarter. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was close to extending his 20-point streak but finished with 17 points. Jalen Williams led the Thunder with 21 points, while Nikola Jokic recorded 13 for the Nuggets. This game marks a crucial win for Oklahoma City as they begin the season.

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  • •Thunder trailed at halftime but rallied in the second half.
  • •Jalen Williams scored 21 points to lead Oklahoma City.
  • •Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 17 points but ended his scoring streak.
  • •Thunder shot 38% from the field; Nuggets matched at 38%.
  • •Next, the Thunder look to build on this win in their following game.
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  • 6:33 AMYahoo Sports — Player grades: SGA's 20-point streak ends in Thunder's 96-84 win over Nuggets
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