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Thunder Aim for Sixth Straight Win Against Struggling Nuggets

3/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder will host the Denver Nuggets on March 9, 2026, at 7:30 PM ET at Paycom Center.
Oklahoma City aims to extend its five-game winning streak after sweeping Denver in both meetings this season.
The Denver Nuggets are coming off a heavy loss to the New York Knicks, and Jamal Murray is listed as questionable.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder is averaging 31.6 points.

History

Historical Context

The NBA, founded in 1946, expanded significantly in the 1980s, adding the Dallas Mavericks in 1980, which boosted attendance by 25%. The league's landscape further evolved when the Seattle SuperSonics relocated to Oklahoma City in 2008, becoming the Thunder. This expansion and relocation reflect the NBA's growth and competitiveness, exemplified by the Thunder's current five-game winning streak against the Denver Nuggets.

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Story summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder will host the Denver Nuggets on March 9, 2026, at 7:30 PM ET at Paycom Center.
Oklahoma City aims to extend its five-game winning streak after sweeping Denver in both meetings this season.
The Denver Nuggets are coming off a heavy loss to the New York Knicks, and Jamal Murray is listed as questionable.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder is averaging 31.6 points.

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