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Timberwolves vs Thunder 2026: Stats & Records
The Oklahoma City Thunder lead the 2025-26 season with a 48-15 record and 54.3 PPG average, while the Timberwolves sit at 42-21 with 51.8 PPG, reflecting OKC's stronger offensive efficiency and defensive rating advantage of 3.2 points per 100 possessions.
Minnesota Timberwolves
Western Conference team with young core led by Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns
Fans invested in long-term core development and high-upside young talent
Score67%
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Oklahoma City Thunder
NBA team with league-leading 115.2 PPG and top-10 defense (109.8 rating) in 2025-26.
Fans supporting a contender with elite two-way play and legitimate championship aspirations
Score67%
Quick Answer
AI SummaryThe Oklahoma City Thunder lead the 2025-26 season with a 48-15 record and 54.3 PPG average, while the Timberwolves sit at 42-21 with 51.8 PPG, reflecting OKC's stronger offensive efficiency and defensive rating advantage of 3.2 points per 100 possessions.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedThe Oklahoma City Thunder are the stronger team this season, holding a 6-game lead in the Western Conference with superior offensive efficiency, better defensive rating, and more consistent shot-making across the roster. Choose the Thunder if you value elite defense and balanced scoring; choose the Timberwolves if you prioritize a younger core with exceptional rebounding and Anthony Edwards' dynamic playmaking potential for future seasons.
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9.1/10
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Win-Loss Record (2025-26):✓ Oklahoma City Thunder wins(48-15 vs 42-21)
- Points Per Game Average:✓ Oklahoma City Thunder wins(54.3 PPG vs 51.8 PPG)
- Defensive Rating (points allowed per 100 possessions):✓ Oklahoma City Thunder wins(102.8 vs 106.2)
Key Facts & Figures
112 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | Minnesota Timberwolves | Oklahoma City Thunder | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franchise Championships(count) | 0 | — | — |
| 2024-25 Wins(wins) | 56 | — | — |
| Defensive Rating(Points per 100 possessions) | 106.2 | 109.8 | |
| Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 114.2 | 118.9 | |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 5 Years)(seasons) | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 | |
| Projected Payroll(millions USD) | $165M | — | — |
| Finals Appearances(appearances) | 1 | — | — |
| Points Per Game (Team Average)(PPG) | 116.8 | 114.8 | |
| Rebounds Per Game(RPG) | 45.3 | 44.8 | |
| Assists Per Game(APG) | 27.9 | 28.9 | |
| Turnovers Per Game(TPG) | 14.3 | — | — |
| Bench Scoring(Points per game) | 28.4 PPG | 28.4 | |
| Steals Per Game(SPG) | 8.2 | — | — |
| Year Franchise Founded(year) | 1989 | — | — |
| Points Per Game (Team Scoring)(PPG) | 117.3 | 116.8 | |
| Leading Scorer Average(PPG) | 25.3 (Edwards) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander - 30.1 | |
| Team Assists Per Game(APG) | 26.4 | 27.8 | |
| Playoff Seed Position(Seed Ranking) | 6th (West) | 2nd (West) | |
| Points Allowed Per Game(PPG) | 111.8 | 109.3 | |
| Star Player PPG Average(PPG) | 25.8 (Edwards) | 30.2 (SGA) | |
| NBA Championships Won(Titles) | 0 | 0 | |
| 2024-25 Season Defensive Rating(points allowed per 100 possessions) | 110.2 | — | — |
| Payroll (2024-25 Season)(USD Millions) | $167M | — | — |
| All-Time Playoff Appearances(appearances) | 9 | — | — |
| Lead Star Player Age(years) | 26 (Anthony Edwards) | — | — |
| Conference Finals Appearances(total) | 1 (2024) | — | — |
| Franchise Age(years (Minneapolis era)) | 29 years (since 1996 move) | — | — |
| 2024-25 Roster Average Age(years) | 26.1 | — | — |
| 2023-24 Three-Point Percentage(%) | 36.1% | — | — |
| 2023-24 Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 100.9 | — | — |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Seasons)(appearances) | 3 of 10 | 9 | |
| Best Player Career 3-Point Percentage(%) | 37.4% (Edwards) | — | — |
| Net Rating(point differential per 100 possessions) | +3.4 | +7.9 | |
| Three-Point Percentage(%) | 36.8% | 34.8% | |
| Roster Average Age(years) | 26.3 years | 25.1 | |
| 2026 NBA All-Star Selections(players) | 2 | 3 | |
| Playoff Seeding(seed ranking) | 4th | 1st | |
| Current Wins (2024-25 Season)(games) | 45 | — | — |
| Team Points Per Game(PPG) | 113.2 | — | — |
| NBA Championships(titles) | 0 | — | — |
| Average Core Roster Age(years) | 26.8 | — | — |
| Lead Scorer PPG (2024-25)(PPG) | 25.2 (Edwards) | — | — |
| Net Rating (scoring margin per 100 possessions)(points) | +1.6 | +10.6 | |
| All-NBA Caliber Superstars(count) | 2 (Edwards, Towns) | 3 (Gilgeous-Alexander, Holmgren, Dort) | |
| Western Conference Playoff Seeding(seed) | 8th-10th (projected) | 1st (projected) | |
| Three-Point Shooting(percentage) | 36.4% | 38.1% | |
| Point Differential(points per game) | +4.2 | +8.9 | |
| Western Conference Seed(ranking) | 5th Seed | 1st Seed | |
| Star Player PPG(points per game) | Anthony Edwards 23.8 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 28.4 | |
| Western Conference Ranking(seed position) | 5th seed | 1st seed | |
| Points Per Game(PPG) | 51.8 | 115.2 | |
| Field Goal Percentage(%) | 47.2% | 47.1% | |
| Three-Point Percentage (Leading Scorer)(%) | 38.1% | 42.8% | |
| Points Per Game (Offense)(PPG) | 109.8 | 112.4 | |
| Points Allowed Per Game (Defense)(PPG) | 105.2 | 105.2 | |
| Leading Scorer - Points Per Game(PPG) | Anthony Edwards 25.9 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.1 | |
| Team 3-Point Percentage(%) | 36.8% | 37.2% | |
| Offensive Three-Point Percentage(%) | 38.2% | — | — |
| Team Assists(per game) | 27.8 APG | — | — |
| Turnover Rate(% of possessions) | 14.2% | — | — |
| Leading Scorer PPG(points per game) | 29.1 (SGA) | 29.1 (SGA) | |
| Rebounds Per Game (Team)(rebounds) | 47.1 | 47.1 | |
| Assists Per Game (Team)(assists) | 28.4 | 28.4 | |
| Steals Per Game (Team)(steals) | 8.9 | 8.9 | |
| 3-Point Percentage(percent) | 37.9% | 37.9% | |
| Average Points Per Game(points) | 117.8 | 117.8 | |
| Conference Rank(position) | 1st (Western) | 1st (Western) | |
| All-Star Selections(players) | 3 All-Stars | 3 All-Stars | |
| Playoff Seed(seed ranking) | 1st seed | 1st seed | |
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Points Per Game(PPG) | 30.1 PPG | 30.1 PPG | |
| Team Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 110.2 | 110.2 | |
| 2023-24 Win-Loss Record(Wins) | 56-26 | 56-26 | |
| NBA Championship Titles(championships) | 0 | 0 | |
| All-Time Championships(titles) | 0 | 0 | |
| Playoff Appearances (2021-2026)(appearances) | 4 | 4 | |
| Average Team Age(years) | 24.8 | 24.8 | |
| Coach Tenure(seasons) | 6 seasons | 6 seasons | |
| Expected Win Total (2025-26)(wins) | 48-52 | 48-52 | |
| Offensive Rating Potential(points per 100) | 115.2 | 115.2 | |
| Final Score(points) | 126 | 126 | |
| Assists Leader APG(Assists Per Game) | 10.9 (SGA) | 10.9 (SGA) | |
| Rebounds Leader RPG(Rebounds Per Game) | 10+ (Holmgren) | 10+ (Holmgren) | |
| Games Back From Playoff Position(GB) | -5.5 (leading) | -5.5 (leading) | |
| Playoff Probability(percent) | 99% | 99% | |
| NBA Championship Odds (2026 season)(decimal odds) | +400 | +400 | |
| Payroll(USD millions) | $163M | $163M | |
| Three-Point Percentage (team)(percent) | 36.2% | 36.2% | |
| Team Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 115.9 | 115.9 | |
| Payroll (2024-25)(million USD) | $176.4M | $176.4M | |
| NBA Finals Appearances (2022-2025)(appearances) | 0 | 0 | |
| Chet Holmgren Block Rate(blocks per game) | 2.8 BPG | 2.8 BPG | |
| Net Rating (Differential)(points per 100 possessions) | +9.5 | +9.5 | |
| All-Time NBA Championships(titles) | 1 | 1 | |
| 2025-26 Payroll(USD millions) | $145.8M | $145.8M | |
| Average Roster Age(years) | 24.8 | 24.8 | |
| Leading Scorer PPG Average(Points per game) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 29.3 PPG | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 29.3 PPG | |
| MVP Awards (All-Time)(Awards) | 0 | 0 | |
| Core Roster Average Age(Years) | 24.3 years | 24.3 years | |
| Team Payroll(USD Millions) | $165 million | $165 million | |
| Points Per Game (2024-25)(PPG) | 116.8 | 116.8 | |
| Defensive Rating (2024-25)(points per 100 possessions) | 105.2 | 105.2 | |
| Leading Scorer Average (2024-25)(PPG) | 30.1 (SGA) | 30.1 (SGA) | |
| Assists Per Game (2024-25)(APG) | 8.1 | 8.1 | |
| Salary Cap Situation(USD millions) | $134 million ($50M under) | $134 million ($50M under) | |
| All-Star Selections (2024)(Players) | 2 All-Stars | 2 All-Stars | |
| NBA Championship Titles (Total)(Championships) | 0 | 0 | |
| Future Draft Capital(First-Round Picks) | Extensive (8+) | Extensive (8+) | |
| Three-Point Shooting Percentage(percent) | 37.8% | 37.8% | |
| Bench Scoring Depth(players 8+ PPG) | 7 players | 7 players | |
| Steals Per Game (Team Leader)(steals per game) | 2.1 (SGA) | 2.1 (SGA) | |
| Assists Per Game (Team Leader)(assists per game) | 7.8 (SGA) | 7.8 (SGA) | |
| Free Throw Percentage(%) | 76.8% | 76.8% |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
Oklahoma City Thunder leads
Minnesota Timberwolves
Attribute
Oklahoma City Thunder
- 42-21Win-Loss Record (2025-26)48-15(winner)
- 51.8 PPGPoints Per Game Average54.3 PPG(winner)
- 106.2Defensive Rating (points allowed per 100 possessions)102.8(winner)
- Anthony Edwards: 24.6 PPGLeading Scorer AverageShai Gilgeous-Alexander: 28.7 PPG(winner)
- 47.2%Team Field Goal Percentage48.9%(winner)
- 26.4 APGAssists Per Game (team)27.8 APG(winner)
- 45.3 RPG(winner)Rebounding Average (team)44.8 RPG
- Win-Loss Record (2025-26)
Minnesota Timberwolves
42-21
Oklahoma City Thunder
48-15(winner)
- Points Per Game Average
Minnesota Timberwolves
51.8 PPG
Oklahoma City Thunder
54.3 PPG(winner)
- Defensive Rating (points allowed per 100 possessions)
Minnesota Timberwolves
106.2
Oklahoma City Thunder
102.8(winner)
- Leading Scorer Average
Minnesota Timberwolves
Anthony Edwards: 24.6 PPG
Oklahoma City Thunder
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 28.7 PPG(winner)
- Team Field Goal Percentage
Minnesota Timberwolves
47.2%
Oklahoma City Thunder
48.9%(winner)
- Assists Per Game (team)
Minnesota Timberwolves
26.4 APG
Oklahoma City Thunder
27.8 APG(winner)
- Rebounding Average (team)
Minnesota Timberwolves
45.3 RPG(winner)
Oklahoma City Thunder
44.8 RPG
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Minnesota Timberwolves | Oklahoma City Thunder |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Championships(count) | 0 | — |
| 2024-25 Wins(wins) | 56 | — |
| Defensive Rating(Points per 100 possessions) | 106.2(winner) | 109.8 |
| Defensive Rating (2024-25)(points per 100 possessions) | 105.2 | — |
| Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 114.2 | 118.9(winner) |
| Points Per Game (Team Scoring)(PPG) | 117.3(winner) | 116.8 |
| Team Assists Per Game(APG) | 26.4 | 27.8(winner) |
| Team Points Per Game(PPG) | 113.2 | — |
| Three-Point Shooting(percentage) | 36.4% | 38.1%(winner) |
Show 4 more attributesThree-Point Percentage (Leading Scorer)(%) 38.1% 42.8% Assists Per Game (Team)(assists) 28.4 — Team Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) 115.9 — Three-Point Shooting Percentage(percent) 37.8% — | ||
| Playoff Appearances (Last 5 Years)(seasons) | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5(winner) |
| Projected Payroll(millions USD) | $165M | — |
| 2025-26 Payroll(USD millions) | $145.8M | — |
| Finals Appearances(appearances) | 1 | — |
| All-Time Playoff Appearances(appearances) | 9 | — |
| Conference Finals Appearances(total) | 1 (2024) | — |
| NBA Championships(titles) | 0 | — |
| Points Per Game (Team Average)(PPG) | 116.8(winner) | 114.8 |
| Three-Point Percentage(%) | 36.8%(winner) | 34.8% |
| Points Per Game(PPG) | 51.8 | 115.2(winner) |
| Field Goal Percentage(%) | 47.2%(winner) | 47.1% |
| Points Per Game (2024-25)(PPG) | 116.8 | — |
Show 1 more attributeFree Throw Percentage(%) 76.8% — | ||
| Rebounds Per Game(RPG) | 45.3(winner) | 44.8 |
| Rebounds Per Game (Team)(rebounds) | 47.1 | — |
| Rebounds Leader RPG(Rebounds Per Game) | 10+ (Holmgren) | — |
| Assists Per Game(APG) | 27.9 | 28.9(winner) |
| Assists Leader APG(Assists Per Game) | 10.9 (SGA) | — |
| Assists Per Game (2024-25)(APG) | 8.1 | — |
| Assists Per Game (Team Leader)(assists per game) | 7.8 (SGA) | — |
| Turnovers Per Game(TPG) | 14.3 | — |
| Turnover Rate(% of possessions) | 14.2% | — |
| Bench Scoring(Points per game) | 28.4 PPG | 28.4 |
| Bench Scoring Depth(players 8+ PPG) | 7 players | — |
| Steals Per Game(SPG) | 8.2 | — |
| Year Franchise Founded(year) | 1989 | — |
| Wins-Losses Record(W-L) | 28-14 | 32-10(winner) |
| Leading Scorer Average(PPG) | 25.3 (Edwards) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander - 30.1(winner) |
| Leading Scorer Average (2024-25)(PPG) | 30.1 (SGA) | — |
| Playoff Seed Position(Seed Ranking) | 6th (West) | 2nd (West)(winner) |
| Point Differential(points per game) | +4.2 | +8.9(winner) |
| Western Conference Seed(ranking) | 5th Seed | 1st Seed(winner) |
| Win-Loss Record(wins-losses) | 42-21(winner) | 37-13 |
| Conference Rank(position) | 1st (Western) | — |
Show 3 more attributesPlayoff Seed(seed ranking) 1st seed — Conference Standing(Seed/Rank) 1st (West) — Games Back From Playoff Position(GB) -5.5 (leading) — | ||
| Season Record (2025-26)(wins-losses) | 41-28 | 47-22(winner) |
| Wins-Losses Record (2025-26)(W-L) | 52-30 | 65-17(winner) |
| Current Wins (2024-25 Season)(games) | 45 | — |
| Current Win-Loss Record (2024-25 season) | 28-24 | 40-12(winner) |
| Western Conference Playoff Seeding(seed) | 8th-10th (projected) | 1st (projected)(winner) |
Show 3 more attributesCurrent Season Win-Loss Record(wins-losses) 32-12 — 2025-26 Regular Season Record(wins-losses) 52-30 — Net Rating (Differential)(points per 100 possessions) +9.5 — | ||
| Points Allowed Per Game(PPG) | 111.8 | 109.3(winner) |
| Star Player PPG Average(PPG) | 25.8 (Edwards) | 30.2 (SGA)(winner) |
| All-NBA Caliber Superstars(count) | 2 (Edwards, Towns) | 3 (Gilgeous-Alexander, Holmgren, Dort)(winner) |
| NBA Championships Won(Titles) | 0 | 0 |
| All-Time NBA Championships(titles) | 1 | — |
| MVP Awards (All-Time)(Awards) | 0 | — |
| 2024-25 Season Defensive Rating(points allowed per 100 possessions) | 110.2 | — |
| 2024-25 Regular Season Win-Loss Record(Wins-Losses) | 36-8 | — |
| 2023-24 Regular Season Record(wins-losses) | 56-26 | — |
| Playoff Appearances (2021-2026)(appearances) | 4 | — |
| Payroll (2024-25 Season)(USD Millions) | $167M | — |
| Lead Star Player Age(years) | 26 (Anthony Edwards) | — |
| 2024-25 Roster Average Age(years) | 26.1 | — |
| Average Core Roster Age(years) | 26.8 | — |
| Starting Lineup Average Height(feet-inches) | 6'7" | — |
| Average Team Age(years) | 24.8 | — |
Show 1 more attributeAverage Roster Age(years) 24.8 — | ||
| Franchise Age(years (Minneapolis era)) | 29 years (since 1996 move) | — |
| 2023-24 Three-Point Percentage(%) | 36.1% | — |
| Offensive Three-Point Percentage(%) | 38.2% | — |
| 2023-24 Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 100.9 | — |
| Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Seasons)(appearances) | 3 of 10 | 9(winner) |
| Best Player Career 3-Point Percentage(%) | 37.4% (Edwards) | — |
| Net Rating(point differential per 100 possessions) | +3.4 | +7.9(winner) |
| Roster Average Age(years) | 26.3 years | 25.1(winner) |
| Core Roster Average Age(Years) | 24.3 years | — |
| 2026 NBA All-Star Selections(players) | 2 | 3(winner) |
| 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) | 4th | 1st(winner) |
| Lead Scorer PPG (2024-25)(PPG) | 25.2 (Edwards) | — |
| Leading Scorer - Points Per Game(PPG) | Anthony Edwards 25.9 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.1(winner) |
| Net Rating (scoring margin per 100 possessions)(points) | +1.6 | +10.6(winner) |
| Regular Season Wins-Losses | 28-18 | 38-8(winner) |
| Star Player PPG(points per game) | Anthony Edwards 23.8 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 28.4(winner) |
| Western Conference Ranking(seed position) | 5th seed | 1st seed(winner) |
| Leading Scorer(PPG) | Anthony Edwards: 24.6 PPG | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 28.7 PPG(winner) |
| Leading Scorer PPG(points per game) | 29.1 (SGA) | — |
| Leading Scorer PPG Average(Points per game) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 29.3 PPG | — |
| Points Per Game (Offense)(PPG) | 109.8 | 112.4(winner) |
| Points Allowed Per Game (Defense)(PPG) | 105.2 | 105.2 |
| Steals Per Game (Team)(steals) | 8.9 | — |
| Team Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions) | 110.2 | — |
| Steals Per Game (Team Leader)(steals per game) | 2.1 (SGA) | — |
| Team 3-Point Percentage(%) | 36.8% | 37.2%(winner) |
| 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% | — |
| Team Assists(per game) | 27.8 APG | — |
| 3-Point Percentage(percent) | 37.9% | — |
| Average Points Per Game(points) | 117.8 | — |
| 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 | — |
| All-Time Championships(titles) | 0 | — |
| NBA Championship Titles (Total)(Championships) | 0 | — |
| Current Star Player Rating(NBA tier) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Elite) | — |
| 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 Plus-Minus(rating) | N/A | — |
| Game-Winning Play | Gilgeous-Alexander stepback 3P (0:03 remaining) - 126-129 | — |
| 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 | — |
| 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 | — |
| Team Payroll(USD Millions) | $165 million | — |
| Salary Cap Situation(USD millions) | $134 million ($50M under) | — |
| 2023-24 Season Win-Loss Record(Wins-Losses) | 56-26 | — |
| All-Star Selections (2024)(Players) | 2 All-Stars | — |
| Future Draft Capital(First-Round Picks) | Extensive (8+) | — |
| Head-to-Head Series Record (2025-26)(Wins-Losses) | 3-1 | — |
Minnesota TimberwolvesOklahoma City ThunderFranchise Championships(count)
0
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2024-25 Wins(wins)
56
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Defensive Rating(Points per 100 possessions)
106.2
109.8
Defensive Rating (2024-25)(points per 100 possessions)
105.2
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Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions)
114.2
118.9
Points Per Game (Team Scoring)(PPG)
117.3
116.8
Team Assists Per Game(APG)
26.4
27.8
Team Points Per Game(PPG)
113.2
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Three-Point Shooting(percentage)
36.4%
38.1%
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Three-Point Percentage (Leading Scorer)(%)
38.1%
42.8%
Assists Per Game (Team)(assists)
28.4
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Team Offensive Rating(points per 100 possessions)
115.9
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Three-Point Shooting Percentage(percent)
37.8%
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Playoff Appearances (Last 5 Years)(seasons)
4 of 5
5 of 5
Projected Payroll(millions USD)
$165M
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2025-26 Payroll(USD millions)
$145.8M
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Finals Appearances(appearances)
1
—
All-Time Playoff Appearances(appearances)
9
—
Conference Finals Appearances(total)
1 (2024)
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NBA Championships(titles)
0
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Points Per Game (Team Average)(PPG)
116.8
114.8
Three-Point Percentage(%)
36.8%
34.8%
Points Per Game(PPG)
51.8
115.2
Field Goal Percentage(%)
47.2%
47.1%
Points Per Game (2024-25)(PPG)
116.8
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Free Throw Percentage(%)
76.8%
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Rebounds Per Game(RPG)
45.3
44.8
Rebounds Per Game (Team)(rebounds)
47.1
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Rebounds Leader RPG(Rebounds Per Game)
10+ (Holmgren)
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Assists Per Game(APG)
27.9
28.9
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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Assists Per Game (Team Leader)(assists per game)
7.8 (SGA)
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Turnovers Per Game(TPG)
14.3
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Turnover Rate(% of possessions)
14.2%
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Bench Scoring(Points per game)
28.4 PPG
28.4
Bench Scoring Depth(players 8+ PPG)
7 players
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Steals Per Game(SPG)
8.2
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Year Franchise Founded(year)
1989
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Wins-Losses Record(W-L)
28-14
32-10
Leading Scorer Average(PPG)
25.3 (Edwards)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander - 30.1
Leading Scorer Average (2024-25)(PPG)
30.1 (SGA)
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Playoff Seed Position(Seed Ranking)
6th (West)
2nd (West)
Point Differential(points per game)
+4.2
+8.9
Western Conference Seed(ranking)
5th Seed
1st Seed
Win-Loss Record(wins-losses)
42-21
37-13
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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Season Record (2025-26)(wins-losses)
41-28
47-22
Wins-Losses Record (2025-26)(W-L)
52-30
65-17
Current Wins (2024-25 Season)(games)
45
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Current Win-Loss Record (2024-25 season)
28-24
40-12
Western Conference Playoff Seeding(seed)
8th-10th (projected)
1st (projected)
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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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Points Allowed Per Game(PPG)
111.8
109.3
Star Player PPG Average(PPG)
25.8 (Edwards)
30.2 (SGA)
All-NBA Caliber Superstars(count)
2 (Edwards, Towns)
3 (Gilgeous-Alexander, Holmgren, Dort)
NBA Championships Won(Titles)
0
0
All-Time NBA Championships(titles)
1
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MVP Awards (All-Time)(Awards)
0
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2024-25 Season Defensive Rating(points allowed per 100 possessions)
110.2
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2024-25 Regular Season Win-Loss Record(Wins-Losses)
36-8
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2023-24 Regular Season Record(wins-losses)
56-26
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Playoff Appearances (2021-2026)(appearances)
4
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Payroll (2024-25 Season)(USD Millions)
$167M
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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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Starting Lineup Average Height(feet-inches)
6'7"
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Average Team Age(years)
24.8
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Average Roster Age(years)
24.8
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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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Offensive Three-Point Percentage(%)
38.2%
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2023-24 Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions)
100.9
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Playoff Appearances (Last 10 Seasons)(appearances)
3 of 10
9
Best Player Career 3-Point Percentage(%)
37.4% (Edwards)
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Net Rating(point differential per 100 possessions)
+3.4
+7.9
Roster Average Age(years)
26.3 years
25.1
Core Roster Average Age(Years)
24.3 years
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2026 NBA All-Star Selections(players)
2
3
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)
4th
1st
Lead Scorer PPG (2024-25)(PPG)
25.2 (Edwards)
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Leading Scorer - Points Per Game(PPG)
Anthony Edwards 25.9
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30.1
Net Rating (scoring margin per 100 possessions)(points)
+1.6
+10.6
Regular Season Wins-Losses
28-18
38-8
Star Player PPG(points per game)
Anthony Edwards 23.8
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 28.4
Western Conference Ranking(seed position)
5th seed
1st seed
Leading Scorer(PPG)
Anthony Edwards: 24.6 PPG
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 28.7 PPG
Leading Scorer PPG(points per game)
29.1 (SGA)
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Leading Scorer PPG Average(Points per game)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 29.3 PPG
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Points Per Game (Offense)(PPG)
109.8
112.4
Points Allowed Per Game (Defense)(PPG)
105.2
105.2
Steals Per Game (Team)(steals)
8.9
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Team Defensive Rating(points per 100 possessions)
110.2
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Steals Per Game (Team Leader)(steals per game)
2.1 (SGA)
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Team 3-Point Percentage(%)
36.8%
37.2%
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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Team Assists(per game)
27.8 APG
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3-Point Percentage(percent)
37.9%
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Average Points Per Game(points)
117.8
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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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All-Time Championships(titles)
0
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NBA Championship Titles (Total)(Championships)
0
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Current Star Player Rating(NBA tier)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Elite)
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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 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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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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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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Team Payroll(USD Millions)
$165 million
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Salary Cap Situation(USD millions)
$134 million ($50M under)
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2023-24 Season Win-Loss Record(Wins-Losses)
56-26
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All-Star Selections (2024)(Players)
2 All-Stars
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Future Draft Capital(First-Round Picks)
Extensive (8+)
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Head-to-Head Series Record (2025-26)(Wins-Losses)
3-1
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Pros & Cons
8 pros·4 cons across both
Minnesota Timberwolves
+4-2
Pros
- Superior rebounding at 45.3 RPG ranks top-5 in league
- Anthony Edwards emerging as 24.6 PPG scorer with high potential ceiling
- Strong interior defense with Karl-Anthony Towns (7'0 center)
- Bench depth improving with recent acquisitions
Cons
- Defensive rating of 106.2 is 3.4 points worse than Thunder
- Field goal percentage of 47.2% lags playoff-contender standards
Oklahoma City Thunder
+4-2
Pros
- League-leading 48-15 record with 6-game cushion over Timberwolves
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scoring 28.7 PPG on 51.2% FG and 42.8% from three
- Defensive rating of 102.8 ranks top-3 in NBA
- Balanced scoring with 5 players averaging double figures
Cons
- Rebounding slightly below ideal at 44.8 RPG
- Limited playoff experience in current roster configuration
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
The Oklahoma City Thunder have the significantly better defense with a 102.8 defensive rating compared to Minnesota's 106.2. This 3.4-point difference means OKC allows 3.4 fewer points per 100 possessions, ranking them top-3 in the NBA while the Timberwolves rank outside the top-10.
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