Spurs, Thunder Extend Unbeaten NBA Starts

The Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs have started the 2025 NBA season with impressive unbeaten streaks, maintaining records of 6-0 and 5-0 respectively. Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led his team with 31 points in a dominant win over the Washington Wizards, while Spurs' Victor Wembanyama delivered a standout performance with 27 points, 18 rebounds, six assists, and five blocks to secure a 107-101 victory over the Miami Heat. The Spurs' strong defensive and offensive ratings, aided by Wembanyama's rim protection and a balanced supporting cast, have made them one of the best teams in the league, even boasting the best net rating in the NBA. Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Bucks and Orlando Magic also secured notable wins, with Ryan Rollins scoring a career-high 32 points for the Bucks. In a simulated prediction for the 2025-26 NBA season by 2K Games, the Thunder are projected to repeat as champions, with Gilgeous-Alexander expected to repeat as MVP and Finals MVP, and Wembanyama predicted to earn Defensive Player of the Year honors. These developments highlight the rising dominance of Gilgeous-Alexander and Wembanyama in the current NBA landscape.