Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder make another statement with blowout of Cavs in a matchup of NBA's best

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) looks to shoot against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (10) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) looks to shoot against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (10) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings)


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OKLAHOMA CITY — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made his latest statement in an MVP-worthy season with another 40-point performance Thursday night. He was more excited about the one his Oklahoma City Thunder made with a nationally televised blowout of the Cleveland Cavaliers in a matchup of the NBA's best. The 6-foot-6 Gilgeous-Alexander had 40 points and eight assists in three quarters as the Western Conference-leading Thunder rolled past the East-leading Cavaliers 134-114. The runner-up for the NBA MVP award last season averages 31.6 points for a Thunder team that is tied for the league's best record.

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