NBA · Final

Thunder Defeat Cavaliers 121-113 at Paycom Center

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Sunday, February 22, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Paycom Center

Oklahoma City Thunder 121, Cleveland Cavaliers 113, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder?

Oklahoma City Thunder beat Cleveland Cavaliers 121-113 at Paycom Center on February 22, 2026.

Who was favored in Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder?

Cleveland Cavaliers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Oklahoma City Thunder emerged victorious over the Cleveland Cavaliers with a final score of 121-113 at the Paycom Center. This win marks the Thunder's third consecutive victory in their series against the Cavaliers, extending their head-to-head record to 3-0 in the current season. The Thunder's strong home record of 44-14 played a significant role in their performance, demonstrating their resilience on familiar ground.

The Thunder entered this game on a one-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Brooklyn Nets 105-86. Over their last ten games, they have a record of 6-4, averaging 112.9 points scored while allowing 106.4 points per game. Their recent form at home has been solid, with a home record of 3-2 in their last five games. In contrast, the Cavaliers have been on a remarkable run, winning their last seven games and boasting a record of 9-1 over their last ten outings. They averaged 122.9 points scored and allowed 107.8 points per game during this stretch, showcasing their offensive prowess.

The Thunder's recent performances at home have been characterized by a mix of strong offensive displays and solid defense. Their scoring average of 111.8 points and defensive average of 105.4 points in the last five games reflects their ability to compete effectively. Conversely, the Cavaliers have excelled on the road, with a record of 5-1 in their last six away games, further emphasizing their capability to perform outside their home arena.

In terms of injuries, the Thunder faced challenges with several players listed as day-to-day, including Isaiah Hartenstein (ankle), Ajay Mitchell (calf), Otega Oweh (lower leg), Thomas Sorber (knee), and Jalen Williams (hamstring). The status of these players could impact the Thunder's depth and performance in future games. The Cavaliers, on the other hand, were able to field a full squad, which contributed to their competitive edge.

Betting lines from DraftKings indicated that the Cavaliers were favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 228.5. The odds reflected the Cavaliers' strong recent form, but the Thunder's ability to secure the win at home proved the odds to be misleading. The market's expectations were challenged as the Thunder executed a solid game plan, ultimately overcoming the spread.

As the game unfolded, the fourth quarter was particularly intense, with several key scoring plays that highlighted the competitive nature of both teams. Evan Mobley made a crucial dunk for the Cavaliers, narrowing the gap, but the Thunder responded effectively with timely baskets from Isaiah Hartenstein and Chet Holmgren. The final minutes saw a back-and-forth exchange, but the Thunder maintained their composure and secured the victory with free throws from Holmgren.

Overall, this matchup showcased the Thunder's home court advantage and their ability to perform under pressure, while the Cavaliers' impressive streak came to an end. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on their respective performances, with the Thunder aiming to solidify their playoff positioning and the Cavaliers seeking to bounce back after this defeat.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CLE -4.5	228.5 o -108 / u -112	Cleveland Cavaliers -175 · Oklahoma City Thunder +145

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Injury report

Isaiah HartensteinDay-To-DayAnkleOklahoma City Thunder
Ajay MitchellDay-To-DayCalfOklahoma City Thunder
Otega OwehDay-To-DayLower LegOklahoma City Thunder
Thomas SorberDay-To-DayKneeOklahoma City Thunder
Jalen WilliamsDay-To-DayHamstringOklahoma City Thunder

Leaders

PointsIsaiah Joe22Oklahoma City Thunder
AssistsCason Wallace10Oklahoma City Thunder
ReboundsChet Holmgren15Oklahoma City Thunder
PointsDonovan Mitchell20Cleveland Cavaliers
AssistsJames Harden9Cleveland Cavaliers
ReboundsJarrett Allen13Cleveland Cavaliers

Recent form

Oklahoma City Thunder

Last 10: 6-4Streak W1112.9 scored · 106.4 allowed per game3-2 at home

W105-86vs Brooklyn NetsFeb 21
L93-110vs Milwaukee BucksFeb 13
W136-109at Phoenix SunsFeb 12
W119-110at Los Angeles LakersFeb 10
L106-112vs Houston RocketsFeb 7
L106-116at San Antonio SpursFeb 5
W128-92vs Orlando MagicFeb 4
W121-111at Denver NuggetsFeb 2
L111-123at Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 30
W104-95vs New Orleans PelicansJan 28

Cleveland Cavaliers

Last 10: 9-1Streak W7122.9 scored · 107.8 allowed per game5-1 away

W118-113at Charlotte HornetsFeb 21
W112-84vs Brooklyn NetsFeb 20
W138-113vs Washington WizardsFeb 12
W119-117at Denver NuggetsFeb 10
W132-126at Sacramento KingsFeb 8
W124-91at LA ClippersFeb 5
W130-111at Portland Trail BlazersFeb 2
L113-126at Phoenix SunsJan 31
W129-99vs Los Angeles LakersJan 29
W114-98vs Orlando MagicJan 27

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Detroit	-	22	W3	.732	60
Cleveland	8	30	W1	.634	52
Milwaukee	28	50	L1	.390	32
Chicago	29	51	L2	.378	31
Indiana	41	63	L2	.232	19
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Cleveland Cavaliers	Oklahoma City Thunder
Field goals	43-89	42-86
Field goal %	48	49
Three-pointers	13-39	21-41
Three-point %	33	51
Free throws	14-19	16-25
Free throw %	74	64
Rebounds	44	44
Offensive rebounds	12	13
Defensive rebounds	32	31
Assists	28	32
Steals	9	12
Blocks	3	4
Turnovers	17	16
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	2	1
Technical fouls, total	2	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	31	12
Fast-break points	21	17
Points in the paint	56	40
Fouls	22	19
Largest lead	1	23
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	3	90

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter77-82Keon Ellis makes 11-foot jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
3rd Quarter77-83Jared McCain makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter77-84Jared McCain makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter79-84Donovan Mitchell makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter80-84Dennis Schroder makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter81-84Dennis Schroder makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter83-84Keon Ellis makes running layup (Donovan Mitchell assists)
3rd Quarter83-86Kenrich Williams makes two point shot
3rd Quarter86-86Jaylon Tyson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dean Wade assists)
3rd Quarter86-88Aaron Wiggins makes 11-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter86-89Chet Holmgren makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter86-90Chet Holmgren makes technical free throw
4th Quarter86-92Luguentz Dort makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter88-92Donovan Mitchell makes driving layup (Dennis Schroder assists)
4th Quarter88-94Chet Holmgren makes dunk (Nikola Topic assists)
4th Quarter91-94Evan Mobley makes 26-foot three point jumper (Keon Ellis assists)
4th Quarter91-97Kenrich Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chet Holmgren assists)
4th Quarter93-97James Harden makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter93-99Chet Holmgren makes dunk (Aaron Wiggins assists)
4th Quarter94-99Evan Mobley makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter95-99Evan Mobley makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter95-102Cason Wallace makes 24-foot three point jumper (Aaron Wiggins assists)
4th Quarter98-102James Harden makes 26-foot three pointer
4th Quarter98-104Isaiah Hartenstein makes 6-foot two point shot (Isaiah Joe assists)
4th Quarter98-106Isaiah Hartenstein makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Cason Wallace assists)
4th Quarter101-106Sam Merrill makes 26-foot three point jumper (James Harden assists)
4th Quarter101-109Cason Wallace makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Joe assists)
4th Quarter103-109Jarrett Allen makes 9-foot jumper (James Harden assists)
4th Quarter103-112Isaiah Joe makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cason Wallace assists)
4th Quarter104-112Jarrett Allen makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-114Cason Wallace makes two point shot (Isaiah Hartenstein assists)
4th Quarter106-114Evan Mobley makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
4th Quarter108-114Evan Mobley makes 1-foot running dunk (Donovan Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter108-116Isaiah Hartenstein makes 7-foot jumper (Luguentz Dort assists)
4th Quarter110-116James Harden makes 1-foot two point shot
4th Quarter110-118Isaiah Hartenstein makes dunk (Chet Holmgren assists)
4th Quarter113-118James Harden makes 26-foot three pointer (Donovan Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter113-119Isaiah Hartenstein makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter113-120Chet Holmgren makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter113-121Chet Holmgren makes free throw 1 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Oklahoma City Thunder, below favours Cleveland Cavaliers.