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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder Finish Sweep of Suns
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points as Oklahoma City became the first team to advance, while the Thunder await their second-round opponent.
- On Monday, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Phoenix Suns 131-122 in Phoenix, completing a four-game series sweep and becoming the first team to advance to the second round of the NBA Playoffs.
- Phoenix extended their postseason losing streak to 10 games dating back to 2023, playing shorthanded in the final game with center Mark Williams and guard Jordan Goodwin sidelined due to injuries.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 31 points, while Chet Holmgren added 24 points and 12 rebounds; the team shot 61.4% from the floor, including 17 of 34 from 3-point range.
- The Thunder now await the winner of the Western Conference series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets, with the Lakers holding a 3-1 lead before the Wednesday, April 29, 2026, matchup.
- With a 12-0 first-round record over the last three seasons, Oklahoma City is positioned for the semifinals; the NBA has not yet announced the schedule for the next round, expected to begin in May.
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Phoenix. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points, Chet Holmgren added 24 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Phoenix Suns 131-122, completing a four-game sweep in the first round series.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points, Chet Holmgren added 24 and Oklahoma City Thunder beat 131-122 to the Phoenix Suns on Monday night to complete a four-game sweep in the first round series.
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