Golden State Makes Its Move in the Third, But Shai Shines in the Fourth
In the third quarter, Golden State made a strong push. However, the fourth quarter belonged to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, as the Oklahoma City Thunder secured the fourth-best start in NBA history.
5 STORIES IN TODAY’S EDITION 🏀
Dec. 3, 2025
- Beat ‘Em To Join ‘Em: SGA powers Thunder past Warriors to achieve a 21-1 record.
- 40s Night: Anthony Edwards and Jaylen Brown excel to clinch vital victories.
- Tuesday Roundup: Tyrese Maxey shines, Raptors break their slump, and Fox propels Spurs.
- Rookie Shine: Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel excel following standout rookie months.
- Tonight On League Pass: Three top-5 teams from both Conferences are in action tonight.
First Up… ⏰
Nine games are on the slate tonight…
Monthly Awards: Cade Cunningham of Detroit and Nikola Jokić of Denver earned the Kia NBA East and West Players of the Month for October and November. Check out the full monthly award list here.
1. SGA Leads the Thunder into the Elite 21-1 Club
In pursuit of an impressive 21-1 start, the Oklahoma City Thunder held a 19-point lead at halftime. The Warriors, led by Seth Curry, surged back in the third quarter, outscoring OKC 44-28.
With under 7 minutes remaining in the fourth and trailing by three, Shai returned to the game, ultimately hitting a critical jumper that put Oklahoma City ahead for good. They closed out the game with a decisive 18-5 run, finishing with a score of Thunder 124, Warriors 112. SGA finished with 38 points, including a season-high five 3-pointers, guiding the Thunder to their 13th consecutive victory and a historical start.
2. Dual 40-Point Performances Highlight Tuesday
In a thrilling game, Anthony Edwards received an inbounds pass down a bucket with less than 10 seconds left, driving straight to the rim to tie the game. His stellar 44-point performance helped the Timberwolves overcome the Pelicans in overtime with a final score of 149-142.
Meanwhile, in another high-stakes matchup, Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with a season-high 42 points to edge out the Knicks 123-117, breaking New York’s four-game winning streak.
3. Roundup: Maxey Steals the Show, Raptors Bounce Back, Spurs Rise
Tyrese Maxey exploded for 35 points, helping the 76ers defeat the Wizards 121-102. In contrast, Toronto edged out the Trail Blazers 121-118, with Scottie Barnes playing a pivotal role. The Spurs also snapped the Grizzlies’ three-game win streak, winning 126-119, propelled by Harrison Barnes’ season-high 31 points.
4. Rookies Kon Knueppel & Cooper Flagg Shine Bright
Just a year ago, Kon Knueppel and Cooper Flagg were freshmen at Duke. Today, both stand out in the NBA as the East and West Kia Rookie of the Month. Tonight, they’ll each take the court, with Flagg having recently scored a career-high 35 points. Knueppel is also making waves as he aims to keep up his scoring streak against the Knicks.
5. League Pass Highlights: Anticipation for Top-5 Team Matchups
Excitement builds tonight as the Magic host the Spurs in a clash of top-ranking teams. Orlando has surged from 12th place to 5th in just 11 games while the Spurs continue to impress after overcoming injuries. Highlight matchups include the Rockets facing the Kings and the Nuggets battling the Pacers in a quest for positioning in the standings.
