The reigning champs, the Oklahoma City Thunder, have stormed into the new season without missing a beat. Seven wins in seven games, all while missing key pieces like Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren for stretches. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been the steady heartbeat, carrying OKC to the top of the Western Conference and reminding everyone why they’re still the team to beat.

Now comes another test: a Tuesday night clash against the veteran Los Angeles Clippers. It’s the second night of a back-to-back for the Clips, who just fell to the Heat, and they’re still searching for the spark to end their three-year playoff drought. Historically, OKC’s had the upper hand in this matchup, and with Shai in MVP form, the Thunder will look to make it eight straight wins, especially with the Clippers’ m

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