Thunder lead Spurs 23-15 early in San Antonio opener

Gilgeous-Alexander scores game-high 7 points

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 4m1 min read

"Clamps University." 😂 Meet the starting five for the Thunder as they open the 2026-27 season in San Antonio! 📺 NBA Tip Via @NBAonNBC on X

What happened: Oklahoma City holds a 23-15 lead in San Antonio with the game in progress. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads all scorers with 7 points.

Why it matters: The early cushion lets Oklahoma City settle its opening-night rotation on the road. Chet Holmgren and Cason Wallace each added 4 points behind the lead.

By the numbers: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 7 PTS, 1 REB, 1 AST; Cason Wallace: 4 PTS, 2 REB, 1 AST; Chet Holmgren: 4 PTS, 1 REB, 1 AST.

What to watch: Watch whether Oklahoma City holds the early margin into the middle quarters.

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@NBAonNBC 2026-10-21T02:09:21.411735+00:00

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