Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 32 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 116-104 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in their NBA 2026-27 season opener on Wednesday (Manila time).

Gilgeous-Alexander added six rebounds, four assists and three blocks to power Oklahoma City to its first win of the season.

Jared McCain contributed 20 points, including six 3-pointers, while Chet Holmgren finished with 14 points, seven rebounds, two assists and four blocks for the Thunder.

Meanwhile, Stephon Castle led San Antonio with 24 points and seven rebounds, knocking down five 3-pointers in the losing effort.

Oklahoma City established an early advantage, leading 34-28 after the first quarter before extending its cushion to 65-44 at halftime.

The Spurs responded in the third quarter, outscoring the Thunder 36-28 to cut the deficit to 93-80 entering the final period.

San Antonio continued to challenge Oklahoma City in the fourth, but the Thunder maintained control to secure the 12-point victory and open their campaign on a winning note.