Holmgren scores 28 as Thunder edge Knicks 103-100 for a fourth straight win

Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander lead Oklahoma City to victory over New York

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Chet Holmgren had 28 points and eight rebounds, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 26 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder edged the New York Knicks 103-100 on Wednesday night. The Thunder recovered after the Knicks took the lead with a 40-point third quarter, going back ahead early in the fourth and nursing a small advantage the rest of the way.

Why it matters

The win extends the Thunder's winning streak to four games, while snapping the Knicks' three-game winning streak. It's an important victory for Oklahoma City as they continue to push for a playoff spot in the Western Conference.

The details

Holmgren tied a career high with six 3-pointers, and Lu Dort added 16 points for the Thunder. Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby missed tying 3-point attempts on the final possession as Oklahoma City held on for the victory. Karl-Anthony Towns had 17 points and 17 rebounds for the Knicks, while Brunson had 16 points and a season-high 15 assists.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

The players

Chet Holmgren

A forward for the Oklahoma City Thunder who had 28 points and eight rebounds in the game.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

A guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder who scored 26 points in the game.

Jalen Brunson

A guard for the New York Knicks who had 16 points and a season-high 15 assists in the game.

Karl-Anthony Towns

A forward for the New York Knicks who had 17 points and 17 rebounds in the game.

OG Anunoby

A forward for the New York Knicks who had 16 points in the game.

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The takeaway

This was an important win for the Thunder as they continue to battle for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. Holmgren and Gilgeous-Alexander led the way, while the Knicks were unable to complete their comeback after a strong third quarter. The game showcased the talent and competitiveness of both teams as they push for postseason positioning.