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Thunder Defeat Wizards 132-111 Amidst Ejections and Gilgeous-Alexander's Scoring
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Washington Wizards 132-111, marking their 11th straight win, during a game that saw four player ejections. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points, extending his NBA record to 63 consecutive road games with at least 20 points.
The Oklahoma City Thunder's road game against the Washington Wizards included a notable scuffle. With 27 seconds remaining in the second quarter, Jaylin Williams of Oklahoma and Justin Champagnie of Washington initiated a shoving match after a Wizards basket. The altercation escalated, drawing in other players and spilling into the spectator area. Referees ejected Williams and Champagnie, along with the Thunder's Ajay Mitchell and Cason Wallace, who each received a technical foul. Despite the loss of three players, Oklahoma City secured a decisive victory, sending Washington to their 15th straight loss, a season-worst.
Key Facts
- Oklahoma City defeated Washington 132-111.
- The Thunder secured their 11th consecutive win.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points for Oklahoma City.
- Gilgeous-Alexander has scored at least 20 points in 63 straight road games, an NBA record.
- Isaiah Hartenstein had nine points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists.
- Jaylin Williams and Justin Champagnie started a scuffle late in the second quarter.
- Williams, Champagnie, Ajay Mitchell, and Cason Wallace were ejected.
- The Wizards have lost a season-worst 15 straight games.