Thunder Set NBA Scoring Differential Record

The Oklahoma City Thunder concluded a historic NBA regular season with a 68-14 record, setting a new league record for point differential by outscoring opponents by 12.9 points per game, surpassing the previous record of 12.3 set by the 1971-72 Los Angeles Lakers. This achievement places them among the elite teams with the sixth-best record in NBA history, alongside the 1966-67 Philadelphia 76ers and the 1972-73 Boston Celtics. Led by MVP frontrunner Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder showcased a blend of youth and efficient play, finishing with a top-three offense and the league's best defense. The team enters the playoffs as favorites to win the NBA title, looking to build on their successful season. Head coach Mark Daigneault emphasized the importance of staying hungry despite their accomplishments, as the Thunder prepare to face the winner of the Western Conference Play-In Tournament in the first round.