The Grinch in OKC: Fox and Wembanyama Stun Thunder to Snap 14-0 Home Streak

Read Time:2 Minute, 8 Second

In a battle of the Western Conference’s top two teams, the San Antonio Spurs proved they are the defending champions’ kryptonite, defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder 117–102 on Christmas Day.

The win marked San Antonio’s third victory over OKC in just two weeks and handed the Thunder their first home loss of the season at the Paycom Center.

The Headline: The “Giant Killers” Strike Again

The Thunder started the season a nearly perfect 24–1, but the Spurs have single-handedly derailed their record-breaking pace. With yesterday’s win, San Antonio has now accounted for three of Oklahoma City’s five losses this season.

Led by De’Aaron Fox, the Spurs played with a level of composure that silenced the sellout crowd. After falling behind 18–12 early, San Antonio erupted for a 41-point first quarter and never trailed again, leading by as many as 17 points in the second half.

Key Performers & Box Score

Player	Points	Reb/Ast	Shooting / Notes
De’Aaron Fox (SAS)	29	4 REB	12-19 FG; 21 points in the first half alone.
Victor Wembanyama (SAS)	19	11 REB	Came off the bench (calf injury management).
Stephon Castle (SAS)	19	7 AST	Mature floor generalship from the rookie.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC)	22	6 REB	Held to 7-19 shooting (36.8%) by Spurs’ defense.
Isaiah Hartenstein (OKC)	13	12 REB	Double-double in a losing effort.

Defensive Masterclass

The story of the game was San Antonio’s stifling defense. The Thunder, usually one of the most efficient offenses in the league, were held to just 38.9% shooting from the floor and a dismal 25% (9-for-36) from three-point range.

Victor Wembanyama, continuing his return from a minor calf injury, anchored the paint despite playing limited minutes off the bench. His presence forced the Thunder into uncharacteristic mid-range jumpers and contested floaters, neutralizing the rim-running threat of Chet Holmgren (10 points, 12 rebounds).

Stat of the Night

8: The number of consecutive games the Spurs have now won. This is San Antonio’s longest winning streak since the 2018–19 season, moving them to 23–7 and within striking distance of the #1 seed.

A Rivalry Renewed

Post-game, the atmosphere felt more like a playoff series than a December regular-season game. Having played three times in 12 days, the physicality was high, and the tactical adjustments were evident.

“Maybe it sends a message, maybe it doesn’t,” Wembanyama said after the game. “We’re just focused on the long season. We’re not halfway there yet.”