The Golden State Warriors and Oklahoma City Thunder delivered an electrifying showdown at the Chase Center on January 29, 2025. In a back-and-forth battle filled with big shots, momentum swings, and a jaw-dropping individual performance, the Warriors managed to pull off a 116-109 win over the Thunder.
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First Half: Thunder Come Out Firing
Oklahoma City came out of the gates strong, led by the unstoppable Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The star guard was in his bag early, scoring from all over the floor—driving to the rim, pulling up for mid-range jumpers, and sinking free throws like clockwork. By halftime, he had already racked up a massive chunk of his career-high 52 points, helping OKC build a solid lead.
On the Warriors’ side, Stephen Curry had a quiet first half, struggling to find his usual shooting rhythm. But despite Curry’s slow start, Andrew Wiggins stepped up big-time, keeping Golden State in the game with a strong offensive showing.
Second Half: Warriors Fight Back
After the break, the Warriors came out with a new sense of urgency. Their defense tightened up, making life harder for the Thunder, and on the other end, they finally started knocking down shots. Curry began heating up, orchestrating the offense and draining key three-pointers. Wiggins continued to shine, finishing as the Warriors' leading scorer with 27 points.
OKC, on the other hand, started making costly mistakes. A few turnovers and missed shots gave Golden State a chance to claw their way back into the game.
Fourth Quarter: Down to the Wire
With the game on the line, both teams traded blows. Gilgeous-Alexander kept pouring in points, doing everything he could to keep the Thunder in it. But the Warriors had more balanced contributions. Draymond Green made some crucial defensive stops, and Curry nailed a dagger three-pointer that sent the Chase Center crowd into a frenzy.
OKC also suffered a setback when one of their key guards had to leave the game with an injury, disrupting their rotation. In the final minutes, the Warriors executed better, sealed the game at the free-throw line, and walked away with a hard-earned win.
Final Thoughts
Even though the Thunder lost, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 52-point explosion was the highlight of the night. His effort was nothing short of incredible, but basketball is a team game, and the Warriors' depth, defense, and clutch playmaking ultimately made the difference.
This win was a big one for Golden State, proving they can grind out tough victories even when Curry isn’t at his absolute best. Meanwhile, OKC showed they’re a dangerous team but may need more help around their star to close out big games.
The season is far from over, and if this matchup was any indication, both teams are going to be exciting to watch moving forward! 🚀🏀
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