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Thunder's Dominance: 10th Straight Win, Nets Struggle

3/19/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Brooklyn Nets 121-92, achieving their 10th consecutive win.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 20 points, extending his record streak to 62 straight road games with at least 20 points.
Jared McCain led the Thunder with 26 points as the team dominated, leading by as much as 42 points.
The Nets scored only 24 points in the first half, marking the second-fewest in NBA history.
Both teams dealt with significant injuries, with the Thunder missing Chet Holmgren and the Nets without Michael Porter Jr.

History

Historical Context

The Chicago Bulls set an NBA record with 72 wins during the 1995-96 season, surpassing the previous record held by the 1972 Los Angeles Lakers. Led by Michael Jordan and bolstered by Dennis Rodman, the Bulls achieved an 87.8% winning percentage, culminating in their fourth championship. This season's dominance laid the groundwork for evolving strategies in basketball, influencing future team dynamics and fan expectations.

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Story summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Brooklyn Nets 121-92, achieving their 10th consecutive win.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 20 points, extending his record streak to 62 straight road games with at least 20 points.
Jared McCain led the Thunder with 26 points as the team dominated, leading by as much as 42 points.
The Nets scored only 24 points in the first half, marking the second-fewest in NBA history.
Both teams dealt with significant injuries, with the Thunder missing Chet Holmgren and the Nets without Michael Porter Jr.

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