Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a career-best performance to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a thrilling victory over the Utah Jazz, scoring 54 points in a night that will be remembered for his sheer dominance. The game, held at Vivint Arena, saw the Thunder edge past the Jazz with a final score of 115-106. Gilgeous-Alexander, who shot 17 of 35 from the field and an impressive 17 of 18 from the free-throw line, surpassed his previous career-high of 45 points. His remarkable effort helped the Thunder maintain their position tied with Cleveland for the league's best record.
Jalen Williams also played a pivotal role in the Thunder's triumph, contributing 25 points to support Gilgeous-Alexander's stellar performance. The Thunder took a narrow 57-55 lead into halftime, with Gilgeous-Alexander scoring 23 points in the first half. He continued his offensive surge, adding another 18 points in the third quarter, which saw the Thunder extend their lead to 95-89.
The Thunder's momentum was further bolstered by Gilgeous-Alexander's crucial 3-pointer in the final quarter, giving them a commanding 115-106 lead. With this victory, he became the first Thunder player to achieve a 50-point game since Russell Westbrook in 2017 against the Denver Nuggets.
On the other side, the Utah Jazz faced their fourth consecutive loss despite notable performances from key players. John Collins led the Jazz with a solid contribution of 22 points and 12 rebounds. Collin Sexton and Walker Kessler added depth to the team's efforts, scoring 18 points and 17 points respectively, with Kessler also securing 15 rebounds. Sexton complemented his scoring with nine assists, showcasing his versatility on the court.
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