Atlanta Hawks at Oklahoma City Thunder
Dec 29, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder Triumphs Over Atlanta Hawks 140-129 in High-Scoring Affair
Game Summary
The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a 140-129 victory against the Atlanta Hawks. Despite a strong offensive showing from Atlanta, the Thunder's efficiency and rebounding prowess proved pivotal, particularly as they shot 54.1% from the field, well above the Hawks' defensive averages.
Top Performers
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with an impressive 39 points and 6 rebounds, showcasing his scoring ability. Chet Holmgren contributed a double-double with 24 points and 10 rebounds, while Jalen Williams added 20 points and 8 rebounds. For the Hawks, Nickeil Alexander-Walker was a standout performer with 30 points, supported by Onyeka Okongwu's 26 points and 14 rebounds.
Odds Recap
The Oklahoma City Thunder, favored by 16 points, delivered a strong performance that exceeded expectations against the spread, winning by 11. The total score surpassed the pre-game total of 236.0, indicating a high-scoring night overall.
Prediction Recap
The model correctly predicted the Oklahoma City Thunder as the winner and the game going over the total. However, it failed to predict that the Hawks would cover the spread, which was a notable miss given the final margin.
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