On December 17th, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander showcased his clutch skills, scoring 25 points, including a go-ahead jumper with 0.9 seconds left, propelling the Oklahoma City Thunder to a narrow 118-117 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night.

Chet Holmgren’s standout performance included 17 points, 11 rebounds, and an impressive nine blocks, while Jalen Williams contributed 24 points. Luguentz Dort had 13 points, Isaiah Joe finished with 12, and Jaylin Williams added 11 for the Thunder.

Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets with 24 points and 12 assists, while Michael Porter Jr. posted 20 points and 11 rebounds. Aaron Gordon scored 16 points, Jamal Murray had 15, Christian Braun added 14, and Peyton Watson contributed 13 for Denver.

Despite trailing by eight late in the game, the Thunder staged a remarkable comeback. Gilgeous-Alexander’s three-point play, coupled with key contributions from Jalen Williams and Holmgren, narrowed the deficit to 113-112 with 1:38 left.

After Murray’s step-back jumper made it 117-114, Jalen Williams’ layup and Gilgeous-Alexander’s game-winner sealed the victory for Oklahoma City.

The game featured a series of lead changes, with Denver maintaining a slim advantage after three quarters. The Nuggets extended their lead early in the final period, but the Thunder fought back, ultimately securing the win in dramatic fashion.

Oklahoma City’s resilience was evident throughout the game, rallying from deficits and responding to Denver’s attempts to pull away. The Thunder’s collective effort, highlighted by Gilgeous-Alexander’s clutch shot, secured a memorable victory on the road against the Nuggets.