Game summary of the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Denver Nuggets NBA game, final score 121-111, from February 1, 2026.
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| Attribute |
Details |
| Team |
Oklahoma City Thunder |
| Record |
39-11 |
| Away Record |
18-6 |
| Date |
February 1, 2026 |
| Venue |
Ball Arena, Denver, CO |
| Attendance |
19,900 |
| Top Scorer |
S. Gilgeous-Alexander: 34 pts |
| Key Player |
Cason Wallace: 27 pts (career-high) |
| Result |
Win 121-111 |
| Series Lead |
1-0 |
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered another MVP-caliber performance, scoring 34 points and dishing out 13 assists to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 121-111 victory over the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. The Thunder improved their impressive record to 39-11, strengthening their position at the top of the Western Conference standings. Cason Wallace emerged as the unexpected hero, pouring in a career-best 27 points including seven three-pointers that proved crucial in the high-altitude environment.
The Thunder established control early, building a six-point lead after the first quarter and extending it to seven by halftime. Oklahoma City completely dominated the third quarter, outscoring Denver 39-30 to create a 14-point cushion entering the final period. The Nuggets mounted a late rally but the Thunder’s defense held firm to secure their 18th road victory of the season.
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| Attribute |
Details |
| Team |
Denver Nuggets |
| Record |
33-17 |
| Home Record |
14-10 |
| Date |
February 1, 2026 |
| Venue |
Ball Arena, Denver, CO |
| Top Scorer |
P. Watson: 29 pts |
| Key Player |
J. Murray: 12 ast |
| Result |
Loss 111-121 |
| Series Trail |
0-1 |
Final Score Breakdown
| Quarter |
Oklahoma City Thunder |
Denver Nuggets |
| 1st |
32 |
26 |
| 2nd |
30 |
29 |
| 3rd |
39 |
30 |
| 4th |
20 |
26 |
| Final |
121 |
111 |
Game Leaders
| Category |
Oklahoma City Thunder |
Denver Nuggets |
| Points |
S. Gilgeous-Alexander: 34 (11/16 FG, 11/13 FT) |
P. Watson: 29 (11/17 FG, 2/4 FT) |
| Rebounds |
C. Wallace: 6 (3 DREB, 3 OREB) |
N. Jokic: 7 (5 DREB, 2 OREB) |
| Assists |
S. Gilgeous-Alexander: 13 (4 TO, 33 MIN) |
J. Murray: 12 (1 TO, 35 MIN) |
Team Statistics
| Statistic |
Oklahoma City Thunder |
Denver Nuggets |
| Field Goal % |
47% (40-85) |
49% (39-79) |
| Three Point % |
40% (19-48) |
46% (16-35) |
| Free Throw % |
81% (22-27) |
71% (17-24) |
| Turnovers |
13 |
18 |
| Rebounds |
39 |
39 |
| Largest Lead |
18 |
0 |
The Thunder’s superior ball security proved decisive, committing just 13 turnovers compared to Denver’s 18. Oklahoma City led for 99% of the game, never trailing after the first quarter. The third-quarter explosion, where they scored 39 points, created the separation needed to withstand Denver’s late fourth-quarter rally.
Tips / Interesting Facts
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 34-point performance marked his 25th 30-point game of the season, solidifying his MVP credentials.
- Cason Wallace’s career-high 27 points included seven three-pointers, showcasing his development as a reliable floor-spacer.
- The Thunder improved to 18-6 on the road, demonstrating their ability to win in hostile environments.
- Denver’s 18 turnovers proved costly, leading to 23 fast-break points for Oklahoma City.
- Peyton Watson led the Nuggets with 29 points, stepping up in the absence of injured teammates.
- The Thunder have now won 8 of their last 10 games against Western Conference opponents.
- Oklahoma City’s 39-11 record is the best in the Northwest Division and second-best in the entire NBA.
Upcoming Schedule
| Team |
Next Game |
| Oklahoma City Thunder |
vs Minnesota Timberwolves (Feb 3) |
| Denver Nuggets |
@ Phoenix Suns (Feb 2) |
The Thunder will look to extend their winning streak against Minnesota, while the Nuggets aim to bounce back from this home defeat when they travel to Phoenix. Oklahoma City has established itself as the team to beat in the Western Conference, with their combination of star power, depth, and defensive intensity making them serious championship contenders.
