Brandon Rahbar: Jalen Williams on how much it means to the team to see Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the MVP race: “It means a lot. Probably means more to us than him. At the same time, we’re all focused on winning. And winning solves a lot of those issues.”
Source: Twitter @BrandonRahbar
Source: Twitter @BrandonRahbar
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Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
New Locked on #Thunder Podcast:
🏀 Thunder Beat Nuggets
🏀 A win that showed maturity
🏀 SGA stamps MVP case?
🏀 OKC Front court needs credit
🏀 Jalen Williams’ second half
#ThunderUp #FirstListen:
linktr.ee/LockedOnThunder pic.x.com/fddtsFh3it – 8:20 PM
New Locked on #Thunder Podcast:
🏀 Thunder Beat Nuggets
🏀 A win that showed maturity
🏀 SGA stamps MVP case?
🏀 OKC Front court needs credit
🏀 Jalen Williams’ second half
#ThunderUp #FirstListen:
linktr.ee/LockedOnThunder pic.x.com/fddtsFh3it – 8:20 PM
Royce Young @royceyoung
SGA against the top 10 teams in the NBA this season:
35.7 points, 5.2 rebounds, 6.0 assists. The Thunder are 16-5.
Elevates his game against the best. – 8:10 PM
SGA against the top 10 teams in the NBA this season:
35.7 points, 5.2 rebounds, 6.0 assists. The Thunder are 16-5.
Elevates his game against the best. – 8:10 PM
Kurt Helin @basketballtalk
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder make a statement when he drops 40, OKC beats Denver 127-103
The MVP race nor the Western Conference title will be decided by one March game. However, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Oklahoma City looked ready for both.
nbcsports.com/nba/news/shai-… – 6:32 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder make a statement when he drops 40, OKC beats Denver 127-103
The MVP race nor the Western Conference title will be decided by one March game. However, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Oklahoma City looked ready for both.
nbcsports.com/nba/news/shai-… – 6:32 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Jalen Williams on how much it means to the team to see SGA in the MVP race:
“It means a lot. Probably means more to us than him.
At the same time, we’re all focused on winning. And winning solves a lot of those issues.” – 4:38 PM
Jalen Williams on how much it means to the team to see SGA in the MVP race:
“It means a lot. Probably means more to us than him.
At the same time, we’re all focused on winning. And winning solves a lot of those issues.” – 4:38 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Jalen Williams was asked about OKC’s defense and rattled off all the team’s great defenders:
“Underrated, Caso has been extremely good for us this year.” – 4:36 PM
Jalen Williams was asked about OKC’s defense and rattled off all the team’s great defenders:
“Underrated, Caso has been extremely good for us this year.” – 4:36 PM
Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn
The Nuggets ran out of gas after three quarters, and the Thunder kept on rolling.
In an MVP battle that tilted slightly toward SGA, it was the relentlessness of OKC’s rotation and Denver’s inexactness that let go of the rope today.
For @MileHighSports
milehighsports.com/denver-nuggets… – 4:35 PM
The Nuggets ran out of gas after three quarters, and the Thunder kept on rolling.
In an MVP battle that tilted slightly toward SGA, it was the relentlessness of OKC’s rotation and Denver’s inexactness that let go of the rope today.
For @MileHighSports
milehighsports.com/denver-nuggets… – 4:35 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Jalen Williams on his big game today: “I’m just taking what the game gives me, as boring an answer as that is.”
The game gave JDub 26 PTS/9 REB/8 AST/2 STL/1 BLK. pic.x.com/3iDpaXXJBM – 4:32 PM
Jalen Williams on his big game today: “I’m just taking what the game gives me, as boring an answer as that is.”
The game gave JDub 26 PTS/9 REB/8 AST/2 STL/1 BLK. pic.x.com/3iDpaXXJBM – 4:32 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
MVP favorites vs current 40 win teams.
SGA vs Nuggets/Cavs/Celtics/Lakers/Knicks: 7-2
Jokic vs Thunder/Cavs/Celtics/Lakers/Knicks: 2-8 – 4:16 PM
MVP favorites vs current 40 win teams.
SGA vs Nuggets/Cavs/Celtics/Lakers/Knicks: 7-2
Jokic vs Thunder/Cavs/Celtics/Lakers/Knicks: 2-8 – 4:16 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on the MVP race chatter:
“It’s something to talk about. It’s entertainment. It’s a part of the sport.
It’s an honor to be in the conversation. To be regarded as such.” pic.x.com/LKthaks3rZ – 4:11 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on the MVP race chatter:
“It’s something to talk about. It’s entertainment. It’s a part of the sport.
It’s an honor to be in the conversation. To be regarded as such.” pic.x.com/LKthaks3rZ – 4:11 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander became the second Thunder player to notch 3 straight 40 point games.
SGA’s last 3 games:
40 PTS
41 PTS
51 PTS
That’s pretty good. – 3:51 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander became the second Thunder player to notch 3 straight 40 point games.
SGA’s last 3 games:
40 PTS
41 PTS
51 PTS
That’s pretty good. – 3:51 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Thunder improve to 53-11.
7 straight wins.
12 game lead over Denver.
SGA wins Round 1 of the MVP double header showdown.
Next up: Round 2 tomorrow night in OKC. – 3:39 PM
Thunder improve to 53-11.
7 straight wins.
12 game lead over Denver.
SGA wins Round 1 of the MVP double header showdown.
Next up: Round 2 tomorrow night in OKC. – 3:39 PM
Eurohoops @Eurohoopsnet
Dealing with multiple injuries, Nikola Jokic nears a triple-double in a losing display for the Nuggets
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander pours in 40 points for the Thunder
#NBASundays
eurohoops.net/en/nba-news/17… – 3:38 PM
Dealing with multiple injuries, Nikola Jokic nears a triple-double in a losing display for the Nuggets
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander pours in 40 points for the Thunder
#NBASundays
eurohoops.net/en/nba-news/17… – 3:38 PM
Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn
Final Rotations for the Nuggets as they lose to OKC 127-103.
41-20 4Q made this look really bad. It was competitive…until it wasn’t.
Nikola Jokic: 24-13-9, 2/10 3P, -13
Michael Porter: 24 and 15 but somehow a -33
Jamal Murray: 17 points on 17 shots
SGA: 40
41-23 pic.x.com/mZowmNMZb2 – 3:35 PM
Final Rotations for the Nuggets as they lose to OKC 127-103.
41-20 4Q made this look really bad. It was competitive…until it wasn’t.
Nikola Jokic: 24-13-9, 2/10 3P, -13
Michael Porter: 24 and 15 but somehow a -33
Jamal Murray: 17 points on 17 shots
SGA: 40
41-23 pic.x.com/mZowmNMZb2 – 3:35 PM
Royce Young @royceyoung
Thunder beat the Nuggets 127-103.
– SGA: 40-8-5 + 3 blocks
– Dub: 26-9-8 + 2 steals
– Chet: 14 and 8 rebounds + 4 blocks
– Hart: 10 and 11 rebounds
– JWill: 9 and 5 rebounds (3-5 from 3)
OKC and Denver play again tomorrow. – 3:30 PM
Thunder beat the Nuggets 127-103.
– SGA: 40-8-5 + 3 blocks
– Dub: 26-9-8 + 2 steals
– Chet: 14 and 8 rebounds + 4 blocks
– Hart: 10 and 11 rebounds
– JWill: 9 and 5 rebounds (3-5 from 3)
OKC and Denver play again tomorrow. – 3:30 PM
Royce Young @royceyoung
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 40 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 blocks.
4-4 from the floor in the fourth. – 3:28 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 40 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 blocks.
4-4 from the floor in the fourth. – 3:28 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tonight
40 PTS
8 REB
5 AST
3 BLK
+11
1 TO
MVP. pic.x.com/7HgJLyA5Ac – 3:27 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tonight
40 PTS
8 REB
5 AST
3 BLK
+11
1 TO
MVP. pic.x.com/7HgJLyA5Ac – 3:27 PM
StatMuse @statmuse
MVP matchup today:
SGA — Joker —
40 PTS 24 PTS
8 REB 13 REB
5 AST 9 AST
3 BLK 3 BLK
SGA gets the win. pic.x.com/Nm45RlL3Dq – 3:27 PM
MVP matchup today:
SGA — Joker —
40 PTS 24 PTS
8 REB 13 REB
5 AST 9 AST
3 BLK 3 BLK
SGA gets the win. pic.x.com/Nm45RlL3Dq – 3:27 PM
Kellan Olson @KellanOlson
SGA with the Thunder defense is the best crunch-time buzzsaw we’ve got this year. Can’t wait to see how it fares in the playoffs. – 3:25 PM
SGA with the Thunder defense is the best crunch-time buzzsaw we’ve got this year. Can’t wait to see how it fares in the playoffs. – 3:25 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hits a 3 to give him his NBA-leading 11th 40 point game.
And an 18 point lead over the Nuggets.
He’s the MVP. – 3:24 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hits a 3 to give him his NBA-leading 11th 40 point game.
And an 18 point lead over the Nuggets.
He’s the MVP. – 3:24 PM
Tony Jones @Tjonesonthenba
SGA hits 40 points……has 8 rebounds and 5 assists
He’s clearly been the best player on the floor tonight – 3:23 PM
SGA hits 40 points……has 8 rebounds and 5 assists
He’s clearly been the best player on the floor tonight – 3:23 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has scored 40 or more in three straight games. – 3:23 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has scored 40 or more in three straight games. – 3:23 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Jalen Williams has been outstanding in the 2nd half.
JDub has 20/8/7 halfway through the 4th including this filthy turnaround: pic.x.com/IBJ2SmHaSz – 3:15 PM
Jalen Williams has been outstanding in the 2nd half.
JDub has 20/8/7 halfway through the 4th including this filthy turnaround: pic.x.com/IBJ2SmHaSz – 3:15 PM
Tony Jones @Tjonesonthenba
Big three by Nikola Jokic to get the Nuggets within 103-96……6:43 remaining in this one….SGA returns to the game
Jokic with 22 and 12 rebounds and 8 assists so far – 3:13 PM
Big three by Nikola Jokic to get the Nuggets within 103-96……6:43 remaining in this one….SGA returns to the game
Jokic with 22 and 12 rebounds and 8 assists so far – 3:13 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander returns to the floor with a ten point lead in his back pocket. Can’t say enough about this secondary unit today that has helped the Thuner esp. When Jokic was on and Shai was off. – 3:12 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander returns to the floor with a ten point lead in his back pocket. Can’t say enough about this secondary unit today that has helped the Thuner esp. When Jokic was on and Shai was off. – 3:12 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Jalen Williams new career high 11 free throw attempts.
JDub picked a good time for it. – 3:11 PM
Jalen Williams new career high 11 free throw attempts.
JDub picked a good time for it. – 3:11 PM
Tony Jones @Tjonesonthenba
Malone takes Jokic out…..let’s see how long he sits him….meanwhile SGA has been sitting the entire fourth so far in his regular rest, and the Thunder have been plus 4 in those minutes – 3:05 PM
Malone takes Jokic out…..let’s see how long he sits him….meanwhile SGA has been sitting the entire fourth so far in his regular rest, and the Thunder have been plus 4 in those minutes – 3:05 PM
Ball Don’t Lie @Balldontlie
SGA gets MVP chants at the free throw line 🗣️
(via @ESPNNBA)
pic.x.com/YHMnp2TrUe – 3:04 PM
SGA gets MVP chants at the free throw line 🗣️
(via @ESPNNBA)
pic.x.com/YHMnp2TrUe – 3:04 PM
NBA on ESPN @ESPNNBA
MVP chants for SGA as he records his 40th 30-point game 🗣️ pic.x.com/jFgDwZu83T – 2:59 PM
MVP chants for SGA as he records his 40th 30-point game 🗣️ pic.x.com/jFgDwZu83T – 2:59 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Nikola Jokic starting the fourth quarter is huge. OKC has a tall task to cling to its lead. It is going to be fun to see how this secondary unit handles it until SGA returns. On the flip side, would expect OKC to get some Shai without Jokic on minutes on the back end. – 2:59 PM
Nikola Jokic starting the fourth quarter is huge. OKC has a tall task to cling to its lead. It is going to be fun to see how this secondary unit handles it until SGA returns. On the flip side, would expect OKC to get some Shai without Jokic on minutes on the back end. – 2:59 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Thunder up 86-83.
SGA: 30 PTS/8 REB/4 AST/3 BLK (!)
Chet: 12 PTS/7 REB/4 BLK
JDub: 13 PTS/6 REB/6 AST
12 minutes to go. – 2:55 PM
Thunder up 86-83.
SGA: 30 PTS/8 REB/4 AST/3 BLK (!)
Chet: 12 PTS/7 REB/4 BLK
JDub: 13 PTS/6 REB/6 AST
12 minutes to go. – 2:55 PM
Duvalier Johnson @DuvalierJohnson
These SGA calls are ridiculous!
Just imagine if the Nuggets had a MVP candidate on their team the type of calls they would get.
Probably SO many. . – 2:52 PM
These SGA calls are ridiculous!
Just imagine if the Nuggets had a MVP candidate on their team the type of calls they would get.
Probably SO many. . – 2:52 PM
Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn
29 points on 28 shots for SGA is perfectly reasonable for Denver. – 2:51 PM
29 points on 28 shots for SGA is perfectly reasonable for Denver. – 2:51 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has another game where he is at 30 points by the end of the third frame. – 2:50 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has another game where he is at 30 points by the end of the third frame. – 2:50 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has his NBA-leading 39th 30 point game of the season.
Still has the 4th quarter to go. – 2:50 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has his NBA-leading 39th 30 point game of the season.
Still has the 4th quarter to go. – 2:50 PM
Tony Jones @Tjonesonthenba
Jokic on Dort that possession, Dort sets ball screen for SGA, the Nuggets just laugh and blitz SGA……Denver defense a lot more solid that way – 2:48 PM
Jokic on Dort that possession, Dort sets ball screen for SGA, the Nuggets just laugh and blitz SGA……Denver defense a lot more solid that way – 2:48 PM
Tony Jones @Tjonesonthenba
Anytime Jokic is on Hartenstein, SGA gets a ball screen and an easy two against the drop
Anytime Jokic is on Dort, the Nuggets get a stop lol – 2:44 PM
Anytime Jokic is on Hartenstein, SGA gets a ball screen and an easy two against the drop
Anytime Jokic is on Dort, the Nuggets get a stop lol – 2:44 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Another Jalen Williams to Isaiah Hartenstein lob as OKC stretches its lead to five. – 2:26 PM
Another Jalen Williams to Isaiah Hartenstein lob as OKC stretches its lead to five. – 2:26 PM
Royce Young @royceyoung
SGA with 20 at the half — 17th time this his season he’s had at least 20 at half. Next most in the NBA: 9. – 2:19 PM
SGA with 20 at the half — 17th time this his season he’s had at least 20 at half. Next most in the NBA: 9. – 2:19 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 1st half
20 PTS
8-16 FG
3-3 FT
4 REB
3 AST – 2:09 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 1st half
20 PTS
8-16 FG
3-3 FT
4 REB
3 AST – 2:09 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
The Thunder lead by 1 at intermission. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has 20. Jokic has 15-8-5. This has been fun. – 2:09 PM
The Thunder lead by 1 at intermission. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has 20. Jokic has 15-8-5. This has been fun. – 2:09 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets a step back triple to fall, now 1-for-6 from beyond the arc to extend OKC’s lead. – 1:56 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets a step back triple to fall, now 1-for-6 from beyond the arc to extend OKC’s lead. – 1:56 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 1st quarter
12 PTS
5-10 FG
3 REB
1 AST – 1:38 PM
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 1st quarter
12 PTS
5-10 FG
3 REB
1 AST – 1:38 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
SGA takes OKC’s first free throws with 54 seconds to go in the 1st quarter.
Thunder have shot 4 free throws in the last 3 full quarters. – 1:34 PM
SGA takes OKC’s first free throws with 54 seconds to go in the 1st quarter.
Thunder have shot 4 free throws in the last 3 full quarters. – 1:34 PM
Tony Jones @Tjonesonthenba
Love how Jokic is moving his feet defensively in the first quarter. He’s been working his behind off staying at the level of SGA ball screens – 1:31 PM
Love how Jokic is moving his feet defensively in the first quarter. He’s been working his behind off staying at the level of SGA ball screens – 1:31 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Nuggets go up 14-3.
Thunder respond with a 9-2 run.
Chet 3.
SGA at the rim.
SGA at the rim.
SGA at the rim.
OKC looks like they’ve settled into the game. – 1:24 PM
Nuggets go up 14-3.
Thunder respond with a 9-2 run.
Chet 3.
SGA at the rim.
SGA at the rim.
SGA at the rim.
OKC looks like they’ve settled into the game. – 1:24 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Huge response by OKC, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has 6 points and OKC is within four. Timeout Denver. – 1:23 PM
Huge response by OKC, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has 6 points and OKC is within four. Timeout Denver. – 1:23 PM
Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn
Alright Nuggets fans, it’s time for Game 64 of the season vs the OKC Thunder.
Epic two matchups here B2B. Shai vs Jokic. 1 vs 2. Gonna be fun.
Let’s basketball. – 1:11 PM
Alright Nuggets fans, it’s time for Game 64 of the season vs the OKC Thunder.
Epic two matchups here B2B. Shai vs Jokic. 1 vs 2. Gonna be fun.
Let’s basketball. – 1:11 PM
Vinny Benedetto @VBenedetto
And Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s introduction: pic.x.com/2HkdPb9v2j – 1:10 PM
And Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s introduction: pic.x.com/2HkdPb9v2j – 1:10 PM
Brandon Rahbar @BrandonRahbar
Thunder starters vs Nuggets
SGA
Dort
JDub
Chet
Hartenstein
OKC going big vs Denver. – 12:36 PM
Thunder starters vs Nuggets
SGA
Dort
JDub
Chet
Hartenstein
OKC going big vs Denver. – 12:36 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Thunder vs. Nuggets Starting Lineup:
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Lu Dort
Jalen Williams
Isaiah Hartenstein
Chet Holmgren – 12:35 PM
Thunder vs. Nuggets Starting Lineup:
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Lu Dort
Jalen Williams
Isaiah Hartenstein
Chet Holmgren – 12:35 PM
Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles
Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander getting set for tip-off pic.x.com/UmLKM3poq0 – 11:43 AM
Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander getting set for tip-off pic.x.com/UmLKM3poq0 – 11:43 AM
Royce Young @royceyoung
OKC is No. 1 in the West by 11 games with a +12.8 net rating. SGA on said team:
– Points: 1
– Field goals: 1
– 3-pointers: 2
– Assists: 1
– Steals: 1
– Blocks: 1
– Rebounds: 3
– Plus/Minus: 1 – 11:23 AM
OKC is No. 1 in the West by 11 games with a +12.8 net rating. SGA on said team:
– Points: 1
– Field goals: 1
– 3-pointers: 2
– Assists: 1
– Steals: 1
– Blocks: 1
– Rebounds: 3
– Plus/Minus: 1 – 11:23 AM
Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn
NEW for @MileHighSports
Previewing Denver vs Oklahoma City in tomorrow’s matinee on ABC.
Nikola Jokic vs Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
2 Seed vs 1 Seed in West
Back-to-Back games
What to Watch for:
milehighsports.com/what-to-watch-… – 1:10 AM
NEW for @MileHighSports
Previewing Denver vs Oklahoma City in tomorrow’s matinee on ABC.
Nikola Jokic vs Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
2 Seed vs 1 Seed in West
Back-to-Back games
What to Watch for:
milehighsports.com/what-to-watch-… – 1:10 AM
More on this storyline
Brandon Rahbar: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander on playing in a hyped, national TV game: “It’s fun for sure. It’s what you get out of bed for as a basketball player.. The biggest thing though is just treating it as any other day and any other game. That’s the balance you have to find.” -via Twitter @BrandonRahbar / March 9, 2025
NBA on ESPN: “I love MVPs, I love All-Stars. … None of it matters if you don’t win.” Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has one thing in mind 🏆 pic.x.com/hEkx28JOZo -via Twitter @ESPNNBA / March 9, 2025
Brandon Rahbar: Jalen Williams was told by @Andrew Schlecht he had a career high 11 free throw attempts: “Really? Yes! [fist pump]” -via Twitter @BrandonRahbar / March 9, 2025
Brandon Rahbar: Jalen Williams tonight 26 PTS 7-14 FG 2-4 3PT 9 REB 8 AST 2 STL 1 BLK 1 TO pic.x.com/5qfFFzaVFm -via Twitter @BrandonRahbar / March 9, 2025
Brandon Rahbar: Jalen Williams on Isaiah Hartenstein’s passing: “Hart is a very skilled big man. I think that was one of the things when we first got him that went under the radar.” -via Twitter @BrandonRahbar / March 4, 2025
