What happened
ESPN highlighted that the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder are 6-0 to open the 2026 NBA playoffs, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams. The post underscores OKC's dominant start as it pushes through the early rounds without a loss.
Why it matters
A 6-0 playoff start signals the defending champions are in command of their bracket and reshapes title-odds conversations around the field chasing them. With SGA and Williams driving the offense, the Thunder are validating their regular-season form on the postseason stage and raising the bar for any contender that hopes to unseat them.
What to watch
Watch how OKC handles its next series opponent and whether the unbeaten run extends, plus any rotation tweaks from head coach Mark Daigneault as the competition stiffens.