Thunder Defeat Kings 113-99 at Paycom Center
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Paycom Center
Oklahoma City Thunder 113, Sacramento Kings 99, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Sacramento Kings vs Oklahoma City Thunder?
Oklahoma City Thunder beat Sacramento Kings 113-99 at Paycom Center on November 19, 2025.
The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a decisive victory against the Sacramento Kings, winning 113-99 at Paycom Center. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as the Thunder have dominated the series, now boasting a 6-0 record against the Kings over their last six meetings, including a 3-0 record this season alone. The Thunder's strong home performance, with a record of 15-1, contrasted sharply with the Kings' struggles on the road, where they hold a dismal 3-12 record.
In their recent form, the Thunder have experienced a mixed bag, going 7-3 in their last ten games, but currently on a two-game losing streak. They averaged 121.1 points scored and allowed 110.8 points during this stretch. Their last five games showed a slight dip in performance, with an average of 121.4 points scored and 114.0 points allowed. In contrast, the Kings have struggled significantly, recording a 3-7 record in their last ten games, with an average of 110.7 points scored and 121.0 points allowed. Their recent performance has also been less than ideal, as they have lost their last game and averaged 113.0 points scored against 120.2 points allowed in their last five outings.
At home, the Thunder have been formidable, with a 5-1 record, while the Kings have struggled on the road with a 1-6 record. The Thunder's ability to score at home has been impressive, while the Kings have found it challenging to maintain competitiveness away from their home court.
In terms of injuries, both teams had players listed as day-to-day. The Thunder's Isaiah Hartenstein, Ajay Mitchell, Otega Oweh, Thomas Sorber, and Jalen Williams were all dealing with various ailments, while the Kings had Keegan Murray, Zach LaVine, De'Andre Hunter, and Domantas Sabonis also marked as day-to-day. The impact of these injuries could be significant, particularly for the Thunder, who rely heavily on their depth and versatility.
The betting market reflected the Thunder's dominance, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a strong belief in their ability to secure the victory. This confidence was evident throughout the game as the Thunder maintained control, particularly in the second half.
The game was played under favorable conditions, with both teams showcasing their talents in front of a home crowd. Viewers were treated to a range of scoring plays, including a notable dunk by Chet Holmgren and several free throws by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who continued to demonstrate his prowess at the charity stripe. The Thunder's ability to capitalize on free throws and maintain offensive pressure was a key factor in their victory.
As the game progressed, the Thunder's lead solidified, with Chris Youngblood's three-pointer in the fourth quarter pushing the score to 113-99, sealing the win for Oklahoma City. The Thunder's consistent scoring and defensive efforts proved too much for the Kings, who struggled to keep pace.
In summary, the Thunder's victory over the Kings highlighted their strong home record and continued dominance in the series. With both teams facing injury challenges and differing recent forms, the Thunder's ability to leverage their strengths at home ultimately led to a comfortable win.
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
- Keegan MurrayDay-To-DayAnkleSacramento Kings
- Zach LaVineDay-To-DayHandSacramento Kings
- De'Andre HunterDay-To-DayEyeSacramento Kings
- Domantas SabonisDay-To-DayKneeSacramento Kings
Leaders
- PointsShai Gilgeous-Alexander33Oklahoma City Thunder
- AssistsAjay Mitchell6Oklahoma City Thunder
- ReboundsIsaiah Hartenstein12Oklahoma City Thunder
- PointsDennis Schroder21Sacramento Kings
- AssistsRussell Westbrook6Sacramento Kings
- ReboundsRussell Westbrook11Sacramento Kings
Recent form
Oklahoma City Thunder
Last 10: 7-3Streak L2121.1 scored · 110.8 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L103-135vs Phoenix SunsApr 13
- L107-127at Denver NuggetsApr 11
- W128-110at LA ClippersApr 9
- W123-87at Los Angeles LakersApr 8
- W146-111vs Utah JazzApr 5
- W139-96vs Los Angeles LakersApr 3
- W114-110vs Detroit PistonsMar 31
- W111-100vs New York KnicksMar 29
- W131-113vs Chicago BullsMar 28
- L109-119at Boston CelticsMar 25
Sacramento Kings
Last 10: 3-7Streak L1110.7 scored · 121 allowed per game1-6 away
- L110-122at Portland Trail BlazersApr 13
- W124-118vs Golden State WarriorsApr 11
- L105-110at Golden State WarriorsApr 8
- L109-138vs LA ClippersApr 6
- W117-113vs New Orleans PelicansApr 4
- W123-115at Toronto RaptorsApr 2
- L99-116at Brooklyn NetsMar 29
- L113-123at Atlanta HawksMar 28
- L117-121at Orlando MagicMar 26
- L90-134at Charlotte HornetsMar 24
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
| 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 | Sacramento Kings | Oklahoma City Thunder |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 38-86 | 41-88 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 8-28 | 10-38 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 26 |
| Free throws | 15-23 | 21-23 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 91 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 36 |
| Assists | 21 | 22 |
| Steals | 12 | 9 |
| Blocks | 0 | 10 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 52 |
| Fouls | 22 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 18 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter65-78Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 4-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter65-80Chet Holmgren makes 1-foot dunk (Ajay Mitchell assists)
- 3rd Quarter67-80DeMar DeRozan makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Zach LaVine assists)
- 3rd Quarter67-82Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 14-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter67-83Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter69-83DeMar DeRozan makes driving layup (Dennis Schroder assists)
- 4th Quarter69-85Chet Holmgren makes 6-foot two point shot (Ajay Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter70-85DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter70-86Ajay Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter72-86DeMar DeRozan makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter72-87Ajay Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter72-88Ajay Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter74-88Malik Monk makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Precious Achiuwa assists)
- 4th Quarter76-88Precious Achiuwa makes two point shot (DeMar DeRozan assists)
- 4th Quarter79-88Malik Monk makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Russell Westbrook assists)
- 4th Quarter79-89Ajay Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-90Ajay Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-92Cason Wallace makes driving layup (Alex Caruso assists)
- 4th Quarter79-94Luguentz Dort makes two point shot (Alex Caruso assists)
- 4th Quarter79-97Luguentz Dort makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cason Wallace assists)
- 4th Quarter82-97Maxime Raynaud makes 23-foot three point jumper (DeMar DeRozan assists)
- 4th Quarter85-97Malik Monk makes 25-foot three point shot (Dennis Schroder assists)
- 4th Quarter85-100Luguentz Dort makes 26-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Hartenstein assists)
- 4th Quarter85-102Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 15-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter87-102Maxime Raynaud makes dunk (Russell Westbrook assists)
- 4th Quarter88-102DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-102DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-102Dennis Schroder makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter91-105Luguentz Dort makes 28-foot three point jumper (Alex Caruso assists)
- 4th Quarter92-105Malik Monk makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter93-105Malik Monk makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter95-105Dennis Schroder makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter95-107Chet Holmgren makes 1-foot dunk (Ajay Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter95-108Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter95-109Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter95-110Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter96-110Precious Achiuwa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-110Keon Ellis makes 1-foot dunk (Malik Monk assists)
- 4th Quarter99-110Precious Achiuwa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter99-113Chris Youngblood makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Joe assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Oklahoma City Thunder, below favours Sacramento Kings.
Venue
- Paycom CenterOklahoma City, OK
- Attendance18203
- OfficialsKevin Cutler, Kevin Scott, Brett Nansel
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