Thunder Make History with 15th Straight Win Over Celtics
The Oklahoma City Thunder made franchise history on Sunday night, taking down the Boston Celtics 105-92 for their record-breaking 15th straight win. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was nothing short of sensational, dropping 33 points and grabbing 11 rebounds in a performance that showcased why he’s one of the league’s rising stars. With this victory, the Thunder improved to an impressive 30-5 on the season and haven’t lost a game that counts in the standings since December 1. Their loss to the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Cup final doesn’t factor into their record, so their streak remains untouchable.
The Celtics, the reigning NBA champions, struggled despite strong performances early on. Jayson Tatum led Boston with 26 points and 10 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown added 21 points. However, Brown went ice-cold in the second half, missing all seven of his shots and failing to score another point. Boston started strong, overcoming an early OKC lead to go into halftime up 65-55, but their offensive rhythm completely fell apart in the second half.
Oklahoma City wasn’t fazed by the double-digit deficit. The Thunder clawed their way back, trimming Boston’s lead to 80-76 by the end of the third quarter. Early in the fourth, Jalen Williams knocked down two clutch free throws to give OKC the lead for good. The momentum never shifted back in Boston’s favor as the Thunder outplayed the Celtics in every facet of the game during the final stretch.
Lu Dort brought the fireworks late in the game, drilling back-to-back three-pointers to put OKC up 100-88 with under two minutes remaining. Dort finished the fourth quarter with 11 points, hitting all three of his shots from beyond the arc in a display of pure confidence and precision. Meanwhile, the Celtics couldn’t buy a bucket from deep, finishing a woeful 9-for-46 from three-point range.
This game highlighted the Thunder’s resilience. Much like their win against New York on Friday, they refused to back down after falling behind. Their relentless energy paid off as they completely dominated the fourth quarter, outscoring Boston 29-12 to secure the win. Boston’s struggles from long range and reliance on three-pointers exposed a vulnerability that OKC was quick to exploit.
The highlight of the night came from Gilgeous-Alexander, who crossed over Jrue Holiday and sank a dagger three-pointer to give the Thunder a commanding 92-85 lead midway through the fourth. His composure and ability to deliver in the clutch underscored why OKC has been so dominant this season.
Defensively, the Thunder were rock solid, holding the Celtics to a season-low 27 points in the second half. Boston’s previous low this season had been 44, but the Thunder’s defensive schemes and hustle completely smothered them down the stretch.
With their historic winning streak intact, OKC is proving they’re not just a young, fun team—they’re a legitimate force in the league. As for Boston, this loss serves as a stark reminder that even reigning champions can crumble under the weight of poor shooting and tough defense.
