The Warriors visited Oklahoma City without their core trio of Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green, and the reigning champions ruthlessly exploited that advantage. The resulting 131-94 blowout was never in doubt, yet it marked another historic milestone for the Thunder. This fourth consecutive victory secured their 30th season win, making them the first squad in NBA history to start 30-5 or better in two consecutive campaigns. Last year, a similar start preluded the 2024-25 title.
Now, the question is: how far can this version go? Despite a scorching 24-1 opening, they recently suffered four losses, three courtesy of Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs, the only real disruptors. Nevertheless, this franchise is enjoying a genuine "all-time run" defined by continuity, elite depth, and clear technical identity. The schedule offers no respite. The formidable Phoenix Suns now await as the next chapter, testing the Thunder's readiness to rewrite history and push their own limits further.