The Thunder had previously outgunned the Warriors 128-109 in their Thursday matchup, relying on 19 3-pointers and impressive shooting from behind the arc.In the second game of the back-to-back, the Thunder adjusted their strategy, making just eight 3-pointers but capitalizing on Holmgren’s height advantage.
Andrew Wiggins had a standout performance for the Warriors, scoring a season-high 31 points and hitting five 3-pointers. Stephen Curry, who returned after a two-game absence due to a sore knee, contributed 25 points and made five 3-pointers.
The game was a seesaw battle, with the Thunder coming back from an 18-point deficit in the third quarter to force overtime. Holmgren’s clutch 3-pointer with 1.6 seconds remaining in regulation tied the game at 117-all. In overtime, Gilgeous-Alexander took charge, scoring key baskets to seal the victory.
The win marked the Thunder’s fourth straight, showcasing their resilience and ability to adapt their game plan. On the other hand, the Warriors suffered their sixth consecutive loss, missing the presence of the suspended
Draymond Green for the second straight game.
(With Reuters inputs)