OKC Thunder Eyes Best NBA Record in Final Regular Season Week

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — The Oklahoma City Thunder are determined to secure the best record in the NBA as they enter the final week of the regular season. Despite losing two consecutive games, the Thunder hold a commanding 64-14 record, giving them a favorable path towards finishing atop the league.

The Thunder’s focus now shifts to maintaining player health and team chemistry in the closing days of the season, all while positioning themselves for a strong playoff run. With two wins in their final four games, Oklahoma City can clinch home-court advantage for the playoffs, a significant benefit should they advance to the NBA Finals.

Currently, the Cleveland Cavaliers pose the only challenge as they sit at 62-16, but with the Thunder holding the tiebreaker, they need only two victories to ensure the top seed. Outside of Cleveland, no other teams can surpass Oklahoma City’s record.

“We’re just focusing on what we can control,” said head coach Mark Daigneault. “Winning these games is important, but keeping our players healthy is our priority.”

The Thunder’s remaining games include a tough matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers, followed by contests against the Utah Jazz and New Orleans Pelicans — two teams not contending for the playoffs. The ease of the schedule may allow the Thunder to rest key players while still climbing to that coveted top position.

As the regular season draws to a close, the stakes remain high for many teams, but Oklahoma City has the luxury of preparing for the playoffs without having to exert maximum effort in their final week. “It has been a phenomenal season,” said Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. “But we know the real work begins in the playoffs.”

While the Thunder focus on securing their record, the landscape around them remains dynamic, with teams like the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers also vying for their own positions in the playoff bracket. Real-time developments, such as team injuries and performance inconsistencies, will play crucial roles in determining the playoff scenarios as the postseason approaches.

Ultimately, Oklahoma City is in a strong position. With only two wins needed to finish with the league’s best record, the Thunder will look to seize the moment and ensure their place as a leading contender in what promises to be a competitive playoff season.