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Thunder vs Timberwolves 2026: Stats, Record & Comparison
The Thunder lead the 2025-26 NBA season with a 32-10 record and league-best 112.4 PPG, while the Timberwolves stand at 28-14 with elite defense at 105.2 PPG allowed. OKC's balanced scoring led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gives them the edge in overall performance.
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Oklahoma City Thunder
Western Conference leader with elite offensive efficiency and balanced scoring depth
Fans wanting to watch explosive offensive basketball with consistent performance and a young championship-caliber roster
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Minnesota Timberwolves
Defensive powerhouse with elite wing scoring and championship experience
Fans preferring defensive intensity, proven playoff experience, and championship-proven roster chemistry
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Quick Answer
AI SummaryThe Thunder lead the 2025-26 NBA season with a 32-10 record and league-best 112.4 PPG, while the Timberwolves stand at 28-14 with elite defense at 105.2 PPG allowed. OKC's balanced scoring led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gives them the edge in overall performance.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedChoose the Thunder if you value offensive firepower and balanced scoring depth with league-leading efficiency. Choose the Timberwolves if you prefer elite defensive intensity and Anthony Edwards' clutch scoring with Karl-Anthony Towns' floor spacing. OKC holds the edge this season with superior record and balanced contributions.
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Regular Season Record (as of late January 2026):✓ Oklahoma City Thunder wins(32-10 vs 28-14)
- Points Per Game (Team Offense):✓ Oklahoma City Thunder wins(112.4 PPG vs 109.8 PPG)
- Points Allowed Per Game (Team Defense):105.2 PPG vs 105.2 PPG
Key Facts & Figures
101 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Oklahoma City Thunder | Minnesota Timberwolves | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 116.2 | 114.2 | |
| Leading Scorer PPG(points per game) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.1 PPG | — | — |
| Three-Point Percentage(%) | 37.2% | 36.8% | |
| Rebounds Per Game (Team)(rebounds) | 47.1 | — | — |
| Assists Per Game (Team)(assists) | 28.4 | — | — |
| Steals Per Game (Team)(steals) | 8.9 | — | — |
| Points Per Game (Team Scoring)(PPG) | 116.8 | 117.3 | |
| Leading Scorer Average(PPG) | 28.1 (SGA) | 25.3 (Edwards) | |
| Team Assists Per Game(APG) | 28.3 | 27.1 | |
| Bench Scoring(points per game) | 28.4 | 21.7 | |
| Playoff Seed Position(Seed Ranking) | 2nd (West) | 6th (West) | |
| 3-Point Percentage(percent) | 37.9% | — | — |
| Average Points Per Game(points) | 117.8 | — | — |
| Conference Rank(position) | 1st (Western) | — | — |
| All-Star Selections(players) | 3 All-Stars | — | — |
| Playoff Seed(seed ranking) | 1st seed | — | — |
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Points Per Game(PPG) | 30.1 PPG | — | — |
| Team Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 110.2 | — | — |
| 2023-24 Win-Loss Record(Wins) | 56-26 | — | — |
| NBA Championship Titles(championships) | 0 | — | — |
| Points Per Game(points) | 118.5 | 116.2 | |
| Points Allowed Per Game(PPG) | 109.3 | 111.8 | |
| Star Player PPG Average(PPG) | 30.2 (SGA) | 25.8 (Edwards) | |
| All-Time Championships(titles) | 0 | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances (2021-2026)(appearances) | 4 | — | — |
| Average Team Age(years) | 24.8 | — | — |
| Coach Tenure(seasons) | 6 seasons | — | — |
| Expected Win Total (2025-26)(wins) | 48-52 | — | — |
| Offensive Rating Potential(points per 100) | 115.2 | — | — |
| Final Score(points) | 126 | — | — |
| Assists Leader APG(Assists Per Game) | 10.9 (SGA) | — | — |
| Rebounds Leader RPG(Rebounds Per Game) | 10+ (Holmgren) | — | — |
| Rebounds Per Game(RPG) | 46.2 | 46.8 | |
| Games Back From Playoff Position(GB) | -5.5 (leading) | — | — |
| Net Rating(point differential per 100 possessions) | +7.9 | +3.4 | |
| Roster Average Age(years) | 25.3 | 27.6 | |
| 2026 NBA All-Star Selections(players) | 3 | 2 | |
| Playoff Seeding(seed ranking) | 1st | 4th | |
| Net Rating (scoring margin per 100 possessions)(points) | +10.6 | +1.6 | |
| All-NBA Caliber Superstars(count) | 3 (Gilgeous-Alexander, Holmgren, Dort) | 2 (Edwards, Towns) | |
| Western Conference Playoff Seeding(seed) | 1st (projected) | 8th-10th (projected) | |
| Playoff Probability(percent) | 99% | — | — |
| NBA Championship Odds (2026 season)(decimal odds) | +400 | — | — |
| Payroll(USD millions) | $163M | — | — |
| Three-Point Percentage (team)(percent) | 36.2% | — | — |
| Team Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 115.9 | — | — |
| Payroll (2024-25)(million USD) | $176.4M | — | — |
| NBA Finals Appearances (2022-2025)(appearances) | 0 | — | — |
| Chet Holmgren Block Rate(blocks per game) | 2.8 BPG | — | — |
| Net Rating (Differential)(points per 100 possessions) | +9.5 | — | — |
| All-Time NBA Championships(titles) | 1 | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Seasons)(appearances) | 9 | 3 of 10 | |
| 2025-26 Payroll(USD millions) | $145.8M | — | — |
| Average Roster Age(years) | 24.8 | — | — |
| NBA Championships Won(Titles) | 0 | 0 | |
| Leading Scorer PPG Average(Points per game) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 29.3 PPG | — | — |
| MVP Awards (All-Time)(Awards) | 0 | — | — |
| Core Roster Average Age(Years) | 24.3 years | — | — |
| Team Payroll(USD Millions) | $165 million | — | — |
| Points Per Game (2024-25)(PPG) | 116.8 | — | — |
| Defensive Rating (2024-25)(points per 100 possessions) | 105.2 | — | — |
| Leading Scorer Average (2024-25)(PPG) | 30.1 (SGA) | — | — |
| Assists Per Game (2024-25)(APG) | 8.1 | — | — |
| Three-Point Shooting Percentage(%) | 38.1% | — | — |
| Salary Cap Situation(USD millions) | $134 million ($50M under) | — | — |
| Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 108.3 | 110.8 | |
| Three-Point Shooting(percentage) | 38.1% | 36.4% | |
| Point Differential(points per game) | +8.9 | +4.2 | |
| Western Conference Seed(ranking) | 1st Seed | 5th Seed | |
| Star Player PPG(points per game) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 28.4 | Anthony Edwards 23.8 | |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 5 Years)(seasons) | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 | |
| Western Conference Ranking(seed position) | 1st seed | 5th seed | |
| Points Per Game (Offense)(PPG) | 112.4 | 109.8 | |
| Points Allowed Per Game (Defense)(PPG) | 105.2 | 105.2 | |
| Leading Scorer - Points Per Game(PPG) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.1 | Anthony Edwards 25.9 | |
| Team 3-Point Percentage(%) | 37.2% | 36.8% | |
| Assists Per Game(APG) | 28.3 | 27.9 | |
| Field Goal Percentage(%) | 48.1% | 47.6% | |
| Franchise Championships(count) | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024-25 Wins(wins) | 56 | 56 | |
| Projected Payroll(millions USD) | $165M | $165M | |
| Finals Appearances(appearances) | 1 | 1 | |
| Points Per Game (Team Average)(PPG) | 116.8 | 116.8 | |
| Turnovers Per Game(TPG) | 14.3 | 14.3 | |
| Steals Per Game(SPG) | 8.2 | 8.2 | |
| Year Franchise Founded(year) | 1989 | 1989 | |
| 2024-25 Season Defensive Rating(points allowed per 100 possessions) | 110.2 | 110.2 | |
| Payroll (2024-25 Season)(USD Millions) | $167M | $167M | |
| All-Time Playoff Appearances(appearances) | 9 | 9 | |
| Lead Star Player Age(years) | 26 (Anthony Edwards) | 26 (Anthony Edwards) | |
| Conference Finals Appearances(total) | 1 (2024) | 1 (2024) | |
| Franchise Age(years (Minneapolis era)) | 29 years (since 1996 move) | 29 years (since 1996 move) | |
| 2024-25 Roster Average Age(years) | 26.1 | 26.1 | |
| 2023-24 Three-Point Percentage(%) | 36.1% | 36.1% | |
| 2023-24 Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 100.9 | 100.9 | |
| Best Player Career 3-Point Percentage(%) | 37.4% (Edwards) | 37.4% (Edwards) | |
| Current Wins (2024-25 Season)(games) | 45 | 45 | |
| Team Points Per Game(PPG) | 113.2 | 113.2 | |
| NBA Championships(titles) | 0 | 0 | |
| Average Core Roster Age(years) | 26.8 | 26.8 | |
| Lead Scorer PPG (2024-25)(PPG) | 25.2 (Edwards) | 25.2 (Edwards) |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
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5Oklahoma City ThunderOklahoma City Thunder leads1 tie
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1Minnesota TimberwolvesOklahoma City Thunder
Attribute
Minnesota Timberwolves
- 32-10(winner)Regular Season Record (as of late January 2026)28-14
- 112.4 PPG(winner)Points Per Game (Team Offense)109.8 PPG
- 105.2 PPGPoints Allowed Per Game (Team Defense)105.2 PPG
- 30.1 PPG, 5.7 APG, 5.2 RPG(winner)Shai Gilgeous-Alexander StatsN/A
- N/AAnthony Edwards Stats25.9 PPG, 5.3 APG, 4.8 RPG(winner)
- 37.2%(winner)3-Point Percentage36.8%
- 28.3 APG(winner)Assists Per Game27.9 APG
- Regular Season Record (as of late January 2026)
Oklahoma City Thunder
32-10(winner)
Minnesota Timberwolves
28-14
- Points Per Game (Team Offense)
Oklahoma City Thunder
112.4 PPG(winner)
Minnesota Timberwolves
109.8 PPG
- Points Allowed Per Game (Team Defense)
Oklahoma City Thunder
105.2 PPG
Minnesota Timberwolves
105.2 PPG
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Stats
Oklahoma City Thunder
30.1 PPG, 5.7 APG, 5.2 RPG(winner)
Minnesota Timberwolves
N/A
- Anthony Edwards Stats
Oklahoma City Thunder
N/A
Minnesota Timberwolves
25.9 PPG, 5.3 APG, 4.8 RPG(winner)
- 3-Point Percentage
Oklahoma City Thunder
37.2%(winner)
Minnesota Timberwolves
36.8%
- Assists Per Game
Oklahoma City Thunder
28.3 APG(winner)
Minnesota Timberwolves
27.9 APG
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Oklahoma City Thunder | Minnesota Timberwolves |
|---|---|---|
| Win-Loss Record(W-L) | 36-12 | — |
| Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 116.2(winner) | 114.2 |
| Three-Point Percentage(%) | 37.2%(winner) | 36.8% |
| Assists Per Game (Team)(assists) | 28.4 | — |
| Points Per Game (Team Scoring)(PPG) | 116.8 | 117.3(winner) |
| Team Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 115.9 | — |
Show 2 more attributesThree-Point Shooting(percentage) 38.1% 36.4% Team Points Per Game(PPG) 113.2 — | ||
| Leading Scorer PPG(points per game) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.1 PPG | — |
| Rebounds Per Game (Team)(rebounds) | 47.1 | — |
| Rebounds Leader RPG(Rebounds Per Game) | 10+ (Holmgren) | — |
| Rebounds Per Game(RPG) | 46.2 | 46.8(winner) |
| Steals Per Game (Team)(steals) | 8.9 | — |
| Team Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 110.2 | — |
| Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 108.3(winner) | 110.8 |
| Points Allowed Per Game (Defense)(PPG) | 105.2 | 105.2 |
| Leading Scorer Average(PPG) | 28.1 (SGA)(winner) | 25.3 (Edwards) |
| Leading Scorer - Points Per Game(PPG) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.1(winner) | Anthony Edwards 25.9 |
| Lead Scorer PPG (2024-25)(PPG) | 25.2 (Edwards) | — |
| Team Assists Per Game(APG) | 28.3(winner) | 27.1 |
| Assists Per Game(APG) | 28.3(winner) | 27.9 |
| Bench Scoring(points per game) | 28.4(winner) | 21.7 |
| Playoff Seed Position(Seed Ranking) | 2nd (West)(winner) | 6th (West) |
| Conference Rank(position) | 1st (Western) | — |
| Playoff Seed(seed ranking) | 1st seed | — |
| Conference Standing(Seed/Rank) | 1st (West) | — |
| Games Back From Playoff Position(GB) | -5.5 (leading) | — |
Show 2 more attributesPoint Differential(points per game) +8.9 +4.2 Western Conference Seed(ranking) 1st Seed 5th Seed | ||
| 3-Point Percentage(percent) | 37.9% | — |
| Average Points Per Game(points) | 117.8 | — |
| Points Per Game (Offense)(PPG) | 112.4(winner) | 109.8 |
| All-Star Selections(players) | 3 All-Stars | — |
| Nikola Jokic Points Per Game(PPG) | N/A | — |
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Points Per Game(PPG) | 30.1 PPG | — |
| 2023-24 Win-Loss Record(Wins) | 56-26 | — |
| Regular Season Record(Wins-Losses) | 57-16 | — |
| Win-Loss Record (2024-25 season)(Wins-Losses) | 47-15 | — |
| NBA Championship Titles(championships) | 0 | — |
| Season Record (2025-26)(wins-losses) | 47-22(winner) | 41-28 |
| Wins-Losses Record (2025-26)(W-L) | 65-17(winner) | 52-30 |
| Current Win-Loss Record (2024-25 season) | 40-12(winner) | 28-24 |
| Western Conference Playoff Seeding(seed) | 1st (projected)(winner) | 8th-10th (projected) |
| Current Season Win-Loss Record(wins-losses) | 32-12 | — |
Show 3 more attributes2025-26 Regular Season Record(wins-losses) 52-30 — Net Rating (Differential)(points per 100 possessions) +9.5 — Current Wins (2024-25 Season)(games) 45 — | ||
| Points Per Game(points) | 118.5(winner) | 116.2 |
| Points Allowed Per Game(PPG) | 109.3(winner) | 111.8 |
| Star Player PPG Average(PPG) | 30.2 (SGA)(winner) | 25.8 (Edwards) |
| All-NBA Caliber Superstars(count) | 3 (Gilgeous-Alexander, Holmgren, Dort)(winner) | 2 (Edwards, Towns) |
| All-Time Championships(titles) | 0 | — |
| Playoff Appearances (2021-2026)(appearances) | 4 | — |
| 2023-24 Regular Season Record(wins-losses) | 56-26 | — |
| Current Star Player Rating(NBA tier) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Elite) | — |
| Average Team Age(years) | 24.8 | — |
| Roster Average Age(years) | 25.3(winner) | 27.6 |
| Average Roster Age(years) | 24.8 | — |
| Lead Star Player Age(years) | 26 (Anthony Edwards) | — |
| 2024-25 Roster Average Age(years) | 26.1 | — |
Show 1 more attributeAverage Core Roster Age(years) 26.8 — | ||
| Coach Tenure(seasons) | 6 seasons | — |
| Last Conference Finals Appearance(year) | Never | — |
| Expected Win Total (2025-26)(wins) | 48-52 | — |
| Offensive Rating Potential(points per 100) | 115.2 | — |
| Final Score(points) | 126 | — |
| Location | Home - Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK | — |
| Aaron Gordon Points(points) | N/A | — |
| Aaron Gordon Field Goal %(%) | N/A | — |
| Aaron Gordon Three-Point %(%) | N/A | — |
| Aaron Gordon Free Throw %(%) | N/A | — |
| Three-Point Percentage (team)(percent) | 36.2% | — |
| Three-Point Shooting Percentage(%) | 38.1% | — |
Show 2 more attributesTeam 3-Point Percentage(%) 37.2% 36.8% Field Goal Percentage(%) 48.1% 47.6% | ||
| Aaron Gordon Plus-Minus(rating) | N/A | — |
| Game-Winning Play | Gilgeous-Alexander stepback 3P (0:03 remaining) - 126-129 | — |
| Assists Leader APG(Assists Per Game) | 10.9 (SGA) | — |
| Assists Per Game (2024-25)(APG) | 8.1 | — |
| Head-to-Head Result (HOU@OKC)(Final Score) | 110 points | — |
| Third Quarter Dominance(Scoring Margin) | Led 52-46 at halftime | — |
| Bench Depth Indicator(Contributing Players) | Williams, Holmgren, SGA balanced attack | — |
| Net Rating(point differential per 100 possessions) | +7.9(winner) | +3.4 |
| 2026 NBA All-Star Selections(players) | 3(winner) | 2 |
| Nikola Jokic vs Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Best Player Comparison)(PPG / APG / eFG%) | 30.1 PPG / 6.5 APG / 60.1% eFG% (SGA) | — |
| Playoff Seeding(seed ranking) | 1st(winner) | 4th |
| Leading Scorer(points per game) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.1 PPG(winner) | Anthony Edwards 26.8 PPG |
| Leading Scorer PPG Average(Points per game) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 29.3 PPG | — |
| Net Rating (scoring margin per 100 possessions)(points) | +10.6(winner) | +1.6 |
| Playoff Probability(percent) | 99% | — |
| NBA Championship Odds (2026 season)(decimal odds) | +400 | — |
| Payroll(USD millions) | $163M | — |
| Payroll (2024-25)(million USD) | $176.4M | — |
| NBA Finals Appearances (2022-2025)(appearances) | 0 | — |
| Chet Holmgren Block Rate(blocks per game) | 2.8 BPG | — |
| All-Time NBA Championships(titles) | 1 | — |
| NBA Championships Won(Titles) | 0 | 0 |
| MVP Awards (All-Time)(Awards) | 0 | — |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Seasons)(appearances) | 9(winner) | 3 of 10 |
| 2025-26 Payroll(USD millions) | $145.8M | — |
| Projected Payroll(millions USD) | $165M | — |
| 2024-25 Regular Season Win-Loss Record(Wins-Losses) | 36-8 | — |
| 2024-25 Season Defensive Rating(points allowed per 100 possessions) | 110.2 | — |
| Core Roster Average Age(Years) | 24.3 years | — |
| Team Payroll(USD Millions) | $165 million | — |
| Points Per Game (2024-25)(PPG) | 116.8 | — |
| Points Per Game (Team Average)(PPG) | 116.8 | — |
| Defensive Rating (2024-25)(points per 100 possessions) | 105.2 | — |
| Leading Scorer Average (2024-25)(PPG) | 30.1 (SGA) | — |
| Salary Cap Situation(USD millions) | $134 million ($50M under) | — |
| Wins-Losses Record(W-L) | 32-10(winner) | 28-14 |
| Regular Season Wins-Losses | 38-8(winner) | 28-18 |
| Star Player PPG(points per game) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 28.4(winner) | Anthony Edwards 23.8 |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 5 Years)(seasons) | 5 of 5(winner) | 4 of 5 |
| Western Conference Ranking(seed position) | 1st seed(winner) | 5th seed |
| Franchise Championships(count) | 0 | — |
| 2024-25 Wins(wins) | 56 | — |
| Finals Appearances(appearances) | 1 | — |
| All-Time Playoff Appearances(appearances) | 9 | — |
| Conference Finals Appearances(total) | 1 (2024) | — |
| NBA Championships(titles) | 0 | — |
| Turnovers Per Game(TPG) | 14.3 | — |
| Steals Per Game(SPG) | 8.2 | — |
| Year Franchise Founded(year) | 1989 | — |
| Payroll (2024-25 Season)(USD Millions) | $167M | — |
| Franchise Age(years (Minneapolis era)) | 29 years (since 1996 move) | — |
| 2023-24 Three-Point Percentage(%) | 36.1% | — |
| 2023-24 Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 100.9 | — |
| Best Player Career 3-Point Percentage(%) | 37.4% (Edwards) | — |
OOklahoma City Thunder
MMinnesota Timberwolves
Win-Loss Record(W-L)
36-12
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Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions)
116.2
114.2
Three-Point Percentage(%)
37.2%
36.8%
Assists Per Game (Team)(assists)
28.4
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Points Per Game (Team Scoring)(PPG)
116.8
117.3
Team Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions)
115.9
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Three-Point Shooting(percentage)
38.1%
36.4%
Team Points Per Game(PPG)
113.2
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Leading Scorer PPG(points per game)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.1 PPG
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Rebounds Per Game (Team)(rebounds)
47.1
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Rebounds Leader RPG(Rebounds Per Game)
10+ (Holmgren)
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Rebounds Per Game(RPG)
46.2
46.8
Steals Per Game (Team)(steals)
8.9
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Team Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions)
110.2
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Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions)
108.3
110.8
Points Allowed Per Game (Defense)(PPG)
105.2
105.2
Leading Scorer Average(PPG)
28.1 (SGA)
25.3 (Edwards)
Leading Scorer - Points Per Game(PPG)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.1
Anthony Edwards 25.9
Lead Scorer PPG (2024-25)(PPG)
25.2 (Edwards)
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Team Assists Per Game(APG)
28.3
27.1
Assists Per Game(APG)
28.3
27.9
Bench Scoring(points per game)
28.4
21.7
Playoff Seed Position(Seed Ranking)
2nd (West)
6th (West)
Conference Rank(position)
1st (Western)
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Playoff Seed(seed ranking)
1st seed
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Conference Standing(Seed/Rank)
1st (West)
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Games Back From Playoff Position(GB)
-5.5 (leading)
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Point Differential(points per game)
+8.9
+4.2
Western Conference Seed(ranking)
1st Seed
5th Seed
3-Point Percentage(percent)
37.9%
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Average Points Per Game(points)
117.8
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Points Per Game (Offense)(PPG)
112.4
109.8
All-Star Selections(players)
3 All-Stars
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Nikola Jokic Points Per Game(PPG)
N/A
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Points Per Game(PPG)
30.1 PPG
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2023-24 Win-Loss Record(Wins)
56-26
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Regular Season Record(Wins-Losses)
57-16
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Win-Loss Record (2024-25 season)(Wins-Losses)
47-15
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NBA Championship Titles(championships)
0
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Season Record (2025-26)(wins-losses)
47-22
41-28
Wins-Losses Record (2025-26)(W-L)
65-17
52-30
Current Win-Loss Record (2024-25 season)
40-12
28-24
Western Conference Playoff Seeding(seed)
1st (projected)
8th-10th (projected)
Current Season Win-Loss Record(wins-losses)
32-12
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2025-26 Regular Season Record(wins-losses)
52-30
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Net Rating (Differential)(points per 100 possessions)
+9.5
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Current Wins (2024-25 Season)(games)
45
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Points Per Game(points)
118.5
116.2
Points Allowed Per Game(PPG)
109.3
111.8
Star Player PPG Average(PPG)
30.2 (SGA)
25.8 (Edwards)
All-NBA Caliber Superstars(count)
3 (Gilgeous-Alexander, Holmgren, Dort)
2 (Edwards, Towns)
All-Time Championships(titles)
0
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Playoff Appearances (2021-2026)(appearances)
4
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2023-24 Regular Season Record(wins-losses)
56-26
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Current Star Player Rating(NBA tier)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Elite)
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Average Team Age(years)
24.8
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Roster Average Age(years)
25.3
27.6
Average Roster Age(years)
24.8
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Lead Star Player Age(years)
26 (Anthony Edwards)
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2024-25 Roster Average Age(years)
26.1
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Average Core Roster Age(years)
26.8
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Coach Tenure(seasons)
6 seasons
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Last Conference Finals Appearance(year)
Never
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Expected Win Total (2025-26)(wins)
48-52
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Offensive Rating Potential(points per 100)
115.2
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Final Score(points)
126
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Location
Home - Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK
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Aaron Gordon Points(points)
N/A
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Aaron Gordon Field Goal %(%)
N/A
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Aaron Gordon Three-Point %(%)
N/A
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Aaron Gordon Free Throw %(%)
N/A
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Three-Point Percentage (team)(percent)
36.2%
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Three-Point Shooting Percentage(%)
38.1%
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Team 3-Point Percentage(%)
37.2%
36.8%
Field Goal Percentage(%)
48.1%
47.6%
Aaron Gordon Plus-Minus(rating)
N/A
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Game-Winning Play
Gilgeous-Alexander stepback 3P (0:03 remaining) - 126-129
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Assists Leader APG(Assists Per Game)
10.9 (SGA)
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Assists Per Game (2024-25)(APG)
8.1
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Head-to-Head Result (HOU@OKC)(Final Score)
110 points
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Third Quarter Dominance(Scoring Margin)
Led 52-46 at halftime
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Bench Depth Indicator(Contributing Players)
Williams, Holmgren, SGA balanced attack
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Net Rating(point differential per 100 possessions)
+7.9
+3.4
2026 NBA All-Star Selections(players)
3
2
Nikola Jokic vs Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Best Player Comparison)(PPG / APG / eFG%)
30.1 PPG / 6.5 APG / 60.1% eFG% (SGA)
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Playoff Seeding(seed ranking)
1st
4th
Leading Scorer(points per game)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.1 PPG
Anthony Edwards 26.8 PPG
Leading Scorer PPG Average(Points per game)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 29.3 PPG
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Net Rating (scoring margin per 100 possessions)(points)
+10.6
+1.6
Playoff Probability(percent)
99%
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NBA Championship Odds (2026 season)(decimal odds)
+400
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Payroll(USD millions)
$163M
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Payroll (2024-25)(million USD)
$176.4M
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NBA Finals Appearances (2022-2025)(appearances)
0
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Chet Holmgren Block Rate(blocks per game)
2.8 BPG
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All-Time NBA Championships(titles)
1
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NBA Championships Won(Titles)
0
0
MVP Awards (All-Time)(Awards)
0
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Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Seasons)(appearances)
9
3 of 10
2025-26 Payroll(USD millions)
$145.8M
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Projected Payroll(millions USD)
$165M
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2024-25 Regular Season Win-Loss Record(Wins-Losses)
36-8
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2024-25 Season Defensive Rating(points allowed per 100 possessions)
110.2
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Core Roster Average Age(Years)
24.3 years
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Team Payroll(USD Millions)
$165 million
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Points Per Game (2024-25)(PPG)
116.8
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Points Per Game (Team Average)(PPG)
116.8
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Defensive Rating (2024-25)(points per 100 possessions)
105.2
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Leading Scorer Average (2024-25)(PPG)
30.1 (SGA)
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Salary Cap Situation(USD millions)
$134 million ($50M under)
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Wins-Losses Record(W-L)
32-10
28-14
Regular Season Wins-Losses
38-8
28-18
Star Player PPG(points per game)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 28.4
Anthony Edwards 23.8
Playoff Appearances (Last 5 Years)(seasons)
5 of 5
4 of 5
Western Conference Ranking(seed position)
1st seed
5th seed
Franchise Championships(count)
0
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2024-25 Wins(wins)
56
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Finals Appearances(appearances)
1
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All-Time Playoff Appearances(appearances)
9
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Conference Finals Appearances(total)
1 (2024)
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NBA Championships(titles)
0
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Turnovers Per Game(TPG)
14.3
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Steals Per Game(SPG)
8.2
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Year Franchise Founded(year)
1989
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Payroll (2024-25 Season)(USD Millions)
$167M
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Franchise Age(years (Minneapolis era))
29 years (since 1996 move)
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2023-24 Three-Point Percentage(%)
36.1%
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2023-24 Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions)
100.9
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Best Player Career 3-Point Percentage(%)
37.4% (Edwards)
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Pros & Cons
10 pros·4 cons across both
OC
MT
OC
Oklahoma City Thunder
+5-2
Pros
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaging 30.1 PPG with 48% FG and 37% 3PT
- League-best offensive rating of 112.4 PPG
- Balanced scoring with five players averaging 15+ PPG
- Best record in Western Conference at 32-10
- Strong bench scoring with Isaiah Joe and Chet Holmgren contributing 14.2 PPG combined
Cons
- Limited proven playoff experience with young core
- Depth at center position with reliance on developing players
MT
Minnesota Timberwolves
+5-2
Pros
- Anthony Edwards averaging 25.9 PPG with elite athleticism and playoff experience
- Top-5 defense allowing only 105.2 PPG with aggressive perimeter coverage
- Karl-Anthony Towns' elite 3-point shooting at 41.2% from deep
- Rudy Gobert defensive anchor averaging 2.1 BPG
- Won West title in 2024 with proven playoff chemistry
Cons
- Inconsistent offensive execution with 3.1% lower PPG than Thunder
- Injury concerns limiting roster depth and rotation flexibility
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
Oklahoma City Thunder holds the advantage with a 32-10 record versus Minnesota's 28-14, leading the West by 4 games. The Thunder's offensive efficiency (112.4 PPG) and balanced scoring depth give them the edge, though the Timberwolves' elite defense and playoff experience remain significant strengths.
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