Thunder Defeat Nuggets 121-111 in Denver Clash
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · Ball Arena
Oklahoma City Thunder 121, Denver Nuggets 111, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets?
Oklahoma City Thunder beat Denver Nuggets 121-111 at Ball Arena on February 1, 2026.
Who was favored in Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets?
Oklahoma City Thunder were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -230 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.
The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a convincing 121-111 victory over the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena, extending their lead in the season series to 2-0. This matchup was notable not only for the Thunder's strong away performance but also for the implications it had on the playoff race, as both teams are vying for favorable seeding in the NBA postseason.
The Thunder entered the game with a solid away record of 39-11, while the Nuggets held a home record of 33-17. Recently, the Nuggets had shown some resilience, winning six of their last ten games and riding a two-game winning streak. They averaged 97.8 points scored and allowed 96.7 points in that span. Their last five games reflected a record of 3-1, with an average scoring of 87.6 points and an average of 84.2 points allowed.
In contrast, the Thunder had a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, but they were looking to bounce back after a recent loss. They averaged 116.2 points scored and allowed 106.7 points over that stretch. Prior to this game, they had lost their last outing against the Minnesota Timberwolves, which added urgency to their performance against the Nuggets.
The matchup also featured a series of injuries that could have impacted both teams. For the Nuggets, Aaron Gordon and Trevon Brazile were listed as day-to-day with calf and undisclosed injuries, respectively. The Thunder faced similar challenges with Isaiah Hartenstein, Ajay Mitchell, Otega Oweh, Thomas Sorber, and Jalen Williams all marked as day-to-day, affecting their depth and rotation.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Thunder favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 225.5. The odds reflected confidence in the Thunder's ability to secure a win on the road, despite the Nuggets' home advantage.
As the game unfolded, the Thunder showcased their offensive prowess, particularly in the fourth quarter. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made a pivotal step-back jump shot that extended the Thunder's lead to 118-103. Cason Wallace followed with a running dunk, assisted by Gilgeous-Alexander, pushing the score to 120-103. The Thunder maintained their composure, with Chet Holmgren converting free throws to seal the game at 121-103 before the Nuggets made a late push.
The Nuggets attempted to rally back late in the fourth quarter, with Hunter Tyson contributing a three-point jumper and free throws to bring the score to 121-110. However, it was too late to change the outcome as the Thunder had already established a commanding lead.
This victory not only highlighted the Thunder's ability to perform under pressure but also raised questions about the Nuggets' ability to compete at home against top-tier teams. With the series now leaning in favor of the Thunder, the implications for future matchups could be significant as both teams look to solidify their playoff positions.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | OKC -7.5 | 225.5 o -112 / u -108 | Oklahoma City Thunder -230 · Denver Nuggets +190 |
Injury report
- Aaron GordonDay-To-DayCalfDenver Nuggets
- Trevon BrazileDay-To-DayUndisclosedDenver Nuggets
- 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
- PointsPeyton Watson29Denver Nuggets
- AssistsJamal Murray12Denver Nuggets
- ReboundsNikola Jokic7Denver Nuggets
- PointsShai Gilgeous-Alexander34Oklahoma City Thunder
- AssistsShai Gilgeous-Alexander13Oklahoma City Thunder
- ReboundsCason Wallace6Oklahoma City Thunder
Recent form
Denver Nuggets
Last 10: 6-3-1Streak W297.8 scored · 96.7 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W122-109vs LA ClippersJan 31
- W107-103vs Brooklyn NetsJan 30
- L107-109vs Detroit PistonsJan 28
- D0-0at Memphis GrizzliesJan 25
- W102-100at Milwaukee BucksJan 24
- W107-97at Washington WizardsJan 23
- L107-115vs Los Angeles LakersJan 21
- L87-110vs Charlotte HornetsJan 19
- W121-115vs Washington WizardsJan 18
- W118-109at Dallas MavericksJan 15
Oklahoma City Thunder
Last 10: 6-4Streak L1116.2 scored · 106.7 allowed per game3-2 away
- L111-123at Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 30
- W104-95vs New Orleans PelicansJan 28
- L101-103vs Toronto RaptorsJan 26
- L114-117vs Indiana PacersJan 24
- W122-102at Milwaukee BucksJan 22
- W136-104at Cleveland CavaliersJan 19
- L120-122at Miami HeatJan 18
- W111-91at Houston RocketsJan 16
- W119-98vs San Antonio SpursJan 14
- W124-112vs Miami HeatJan 12
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Oklahoma City Thunder | Denver Nuggets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 40-85 | 39-79 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 19-48 | 16-35 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 46 |
| Free throws | 22-27 | 17-24 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 31 |
| Assists | 23 | 29 |
| Steals | 12 | 9 |
| Blocks | 6 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 36 |
| Fouls | 21 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter89-76Jonas Valanciunas makes layup (Jamal Murray assists)
- 3rd Quarter91-76Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 11-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter92-76Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter92-79Bruce Brown makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jamal Murray assists)
- 3rd Quarter95-79Jaylin Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
- 3rd Quarter95-80Jamal Murray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter95-81Jamal Murray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter97-81Aaron Wiggins makes driving layup (Jaylin Williams assists)
- 3rd Quarter98-81Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter99-81Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter99-83Jonas Valanciunas makes 2-foot layup (Peyton Watson assists)
- 3rd Quarter101-83Jaylin Williams makes 6-foot floating jump shot (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
- 3rd Quarter101-85Peyton Watson makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter103-85Cason Wallace makes running layup
- 4th Quarter103-86Bruce Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-87Bruce Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-89Nikola Jokic makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Julian Strawther assists)
- 4th Quarter106-89Aaron Wiggins makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter106-92Peyton Watson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jamal Murray assists)
- 4th Quarter107-92Chet Holmgren makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-92Chet Holmgren makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-95Bruce Brown makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jamal Murray assists)
- 4th Quarter109-95Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-95Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter112-95Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter112-98Spencer Jones makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jamal Murray assists)
- 4th Quarter113-98Aaron Wiggins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-100Peyton Watson makes two point shot (Nikola Jokic assists)
- 4th Quarter114-100Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter115-100Chet Holmgren makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-100Chet Holmgren makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-103Peyton Watson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jamal Murray assists)
- 4th Quarter118-103Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter120-103Cason Wallace makes 1-foot running dunk (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
- 4th Quarter121-103Chet Holmgren makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter121-105DaRon Holmes II makes 13-foot jumper (Julian Strawther assists)
- 4th Quarter121-108Hunter Tyson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Julian Strawther assists)
- 4th Quarter121-109Hunter Tyson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter121-110Hunter Tyson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter121-111Julian Strawther makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Denver Nuggets, below favours Oklahoma City Thunder.
Venue
- Ball ArenaDenver, CO
- Attendance19900
- OfficialsTre Maddox, Mitchell Ervin, Brandon Schwab
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