Celtics vs Thunder Full Game Recap | NBA March 13 2026

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Oklahoma City Thunder 104–102 Boston Celtics

  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 35 points, plus 9 assists and 6 rebounds.
  • He also broke Wilt Chamberlain’s record for consecutive 20-point games, reaching 127 straight games.
  • The game stayed close the entire night, with multiple lead changes late.
  • Gilgeous-Alexander scored key baskets in the final minute to put Oklahoma City ahead.
  • With the score tied 102-102, Chet Holmgren grabbed a rebound and was fouled with 0.9 seconds left, making two free throws to give the Thunder the win.
  • Payton Pritchard missed a last-second three for Boston.

Other notable performances

  • Jaylen Brown scored 34 points for the Celtics.
  • Jayson Tatum did not play as he continues recovering from Achilles surgery.
  • The Thunder extended their winning streak to seven games and hold the best record in the NBA.

In one sentence:
The Thunder edged the Celtics 104-102 behind a historic 35-point performance from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and clutch free throws by Chet Holmgren in the final second.