Shai Gilgeous-Alexander explains his viral Instagram caption as the Thunder extend their win streak and dominate the Mavericks atop the West.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points in three quarters as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Dallas Mavericks 132-111.

The Dallas Mavericks put their three-game winning streak to the ultimate test on Friday night as they faced the OKC Thunder on the road. The Thunder have easily been the NBA's best team this year, and they've been obliterating teams this year.

There is still quite a ways to go in the 2025-26 NBA season, but the Oklahoma City Thunder are off to a historic start. If they keep this up, they could be a legitimate threat to the Golden State Warriors’ single-season wins record of 73.

Why the 2025-26 campaign has been a significant breakthrough for Chet Holmgren, coach Mark Daigneault, and the defending champion Thunder.

Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is having the most efficient season of his NBA career.

Both the Oklahoma City Thunder and Dallas Mavericks may be without multiple key players in Friday night's matchup.