Oklahoma City Thunder Clinches 50th Win, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Scores 51

The Oklahoma City Thunder secured their 50th win of the season by defeating the Houston Rockets 137-128, maintaining their position at the top of the Western Conference. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with an impressive 51 points, marking his fourth 50-point game of the season, while Jalen Williams contributed 24 points. The Thunder's victory was characterized by a strong third quarter where they outscored the Rockets 39-27. The Rockets were missing several key players, which impacted their performance; however, rookie Reed Sheppard had a notable game with a career-high 25 points. This win marks the Thunder's seventh 50-win season, further solidifying their legacy since relocating to Oklahoma City. They are poised for a strong playoff run, with a significant advantage over the second seed in the conference.