Thunder vs Trail Blazers highlights: Portland hands OKC first loss after record start

Thunder vs Trail Blazers Highlights

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the game with 35 points, but the OKC Thunder suffered their first loss of the season against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Game Overview

The Thunder (8-1) entered the match after an impressive 8-0 start, including a 126-107 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. Portland (4-3), aiming to bounce back from a 123-115 home defeat by the Los Angeles Lakers, sought a strong win on their court.

Key Performances

Game Context

The matchup featured Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder against Deni Avdija and the Trail Blazers, with the game kicking off at 9 p.m.

"The Thunder's historic start to the season ends."

Additional Notes

OKC has demonstrated improvement, positioning itself as a stronger team compared to last season while chasing a franchise-record start.

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Author's summary: The Thunder's unbeaten run ended against Portland, with strong individual performances not enough to secure victory in a critical early-season clash.

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The Oklahoman The Oklahoman — 2025-11-06

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