Oct. 25, 2026Updated Oct. 26, 2026, 12:38 a.m. CT
The OKC Thunder beat the Los Angeles Clippers 108-101, but the win was marred by injuries to starters Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points to lead the Thunder (3-0).
OKC earned a 96-84 home win over the Denver Nuggets on Thursday. Los Angeles fell short in a 125-117 road loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday.
Here’s everything you need to know about Sunday’s game between the Thunder and Clippers:
| ▫ | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | — | F |
| LOS ANGELES | 20 | 26 | 30 | 25 | — | 101 |
| OKLAHOMA CITY | 23 | 20 | 34 | 31 | — | 108 |
Final: Thunder 108, Clippers 101 | OKC wins but loses Cason Wallace and Jalen Williams
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 34 points and 6 boards
- Ajay Mitchell: 18 points and 6 boards
- Isaiah Hartenstein: 12 points and 12 boards
- It’s hard for anyone inside Paycom Center to celebrate right now. Everyone’s thoughts are with Jalen Williams.
OKC Thunder star Jalen Williams was stretchered off the court late in the fourth quarter of a home game against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.
Williams went up for a dunk at the 1:15 mark and was fouled by Kris Dunn, who was assessed a flagrant-1 foul. He then fell awkwardly on his left leg and immediately required help from the medical staff.
Williams gave two thumbs up while being stretchered off the court. He also received chants of “J Dub” from those inside Paycom Center, who are all wishing the best for the 25-year-old forward.
Williams played in just 33 games last season due to a nagging right shooting wrist injury and strains in both hamstrings. He then returned to full health this summer and showed flashes of his All-NBA skills to start this season, from shot creating to playmaking to defending.
End of the third quarter: Thunder 77, Clippers 76 | SGA hits 20-point mark in first game after record streak ends
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 27 points and 5 assists
- Isaiah Hartenstein: 12 points and 10 rebounds
- Alex Caruso: 8 points and 5 assists
- SGA scored 16 points that quarter on 7-for-11 shooting from the field.
Halftime injury update: Cason Wallace and Jaylin Williams ruled out for Thunder vs Clippers
From Thunder PR: Jaylin Williams (right wrist soreness) and Cason Wallace (left shoulder soreness) will not return to tonight’s game against the Clippers.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 11 points and 3 rebounds
- Isaiah Hartenstein: 6 points and 7 rebounds
- Ajay Mitchell: 7 points and 4 rebounds
- SGA can’t beat the shot clock on a late 3-pointer, and Los Angeles enters halftime with the lead.
- Isaiah Hartenstein: 6 points and 5 rebounds
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 5 points and 3 rebounds
- Cason Wallace: 4 points and 3 rebounds
Not a pretty opening quarter for OKC offensively, but its defense continues to set the tone.
OKC Thunder guard Cason Wallace exited the first quarter of a home game against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday due to a left shoulder injury.
Wallace drew an offensive foul on Isaiah Jackson, who was setting a screen, at the 6:22 mark. His left shoulder appeared to have popped out of its socket, as he went into the locker room for further evaluation.
OKC held a 14-12 lead at the time of Wallace’s departure. The 22-year-old guard had recorded four points, three rebounds and one steal in five minutes of action.
Wallace agreed to a five-year, $139 million rookie-scale contract extension with OKC on Oct. 18. He has started in every game so far this season, serving as the Thunder’s top point-of-attack defender.
What time is Thunder vs Clippers game tonight?
- Date: Sunday, Oct. 25
- Time: 6 p.m. CT
- Where: Paycom Center in Oklahoma City
What channel is OKC Thunder vs Los Angeles Clippers on tonight?
- TV: KSBI-52 (OKC) and KQCW-19 (Tulsa)
- How to watch online: Thunder+ (Watch online here)
Thunder vs Clippers predictions, picks
Justin Martinez: OKC 119, Los Angeles 95
OKC started its season with a pair of impressive wins against San Antonio and Denver. Next up is a home game against Los Angeles, which continues to be without Brandon Ingram (right heel surgery). Shai Gilgeous-Alexander should bounce back from his shooting struggles against the Nuggets, Chet Holmgren should continue to lead the way defensively and the Thunder’s depth should continue to be an advantage. Give me OKC at home.
Thunder vs Clippers betting odds
Odds via BetMGM as of Saturday, Oct. 24
- Odds: Thunder by 14.5
- Over/under: 221.5
- Moneyline: OKC -1100 | Los Angeles +700
Thunder vs Clippers injury updates
- Thunder:Otega Oweh (not with the team) is out. Thomas Sorber (right knee surgery) is out. Nikola Topić (low back surgery) is out.
- Clippers: Bradley Beal (right knee injury management) is out. Brandon Ingram (right heel surgery) is out. Jordan Miller (left rotator cuff surgery) is out. Yanic Konan Niederhauser (right Lisfranc surgery) is out. Max Strus (right plantar fascia tear) is out.
Projected OKC Thunder starters
Projected Los Angeles Clippers starters
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