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Thunder Beat Spurs 116–104 in Season Opener

By Drooid · Oct 22, 2026, 2:33 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the San Antonio Spurs 116–104 in the season opener.
De'Aaron Fox received a Flagrant 1 foul after he threw Chet Holmgren to the floor.
Victor Wembanyama and the Williams brothers each earned technical fouls, marking the first all-Williams trio in NBA history.
Chet Holmgren posted 14 points, seven rebounds and four blocks while defending Wembanyama.

History

Historical Context

Ricotta’s production dates to the second millennium BC, showing how food traditions endure for millennia. Similarly, NBA season openers—such as the 1995 Chicago Bulls return and the 2024 Oklahoma City Thunder debut—have become annual rituals that signal a new campaign and draw intense fan attention. Both illustrate how longstanding practices shape cultural moments.

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Story summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the San Antonio Spurs 116–104 in the season opener.
De'Aaron Fox received a Flagrant 1 foul after he threw Chet Holmgren to the floor.
Victor Wembanyama and the Williams brothers each earned technical fouls, marking the first all-Williams trio in NBA history.
Chet Holmgren posted 14 points, seven rebounds and four blocks while defending Wembanyama.

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