Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hits game-winning shot against Nuggets

Oklahoma City star scores 35 points, dishes 15 assists in victory

Mar. 10, 2026 at 1:37pm

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hit the game-winning shot with less than three seconds remaining to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 129-126 victory over the Denver Nuggets. Gilgeous-Alexander finished the night with 35 points and 15 assists as the Thunder extended their winning streak to six games.

Why it matters

The Thunder are currently leading the Western Conference standings and look poised to make a deep playoff run. Gilgeous-Alexander's heroics against the Nuggets showcase his ability to deliver in clutch moments as Oklahoma City continues its push towards the NBA Finals.

The details

With the game tied at 126-126, Gilgeous-Alexander hit a stepback three-pointer in the final seconds to give the Thunder the victory. He finished the night shooting 14-of-21 from the field and also contributed 9 rebounds and 15 assists.

  • The game-winning shot came with less than 3 seconds remaining on the clock.

The players

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

The star point guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder, averaging 31.7 points per game this season while shooting 55% from the field.

Denver Nuggets

The NBA team that lost to the Thunder on Monday night, dropping to 39-26 on the season.

Oklahoma City Thunder

The NBA team that defeated the Nuggets, improving to 51-15 on the season and leading the Western Conference standings.

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What they’re saying

“I have answers to the test, but I've gotta see the questions first.”

— Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder Star (NBA)

“Honestly, it feels almost like a mythical creature. It's not real.”

— Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder Star (ESPN)

What’s next

The Thunder look to extend their winning streak when they next play the Boston Celtics on Thursday.

The takeaway

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's game-winning heroics against the Nuggets showcase his clutch ability and leadership as the Thunder continue their push towards the NBA Finals. Oklahoma City's strong play this season has them positioned as a top contender in the Western Conference.