Oklahoma City Thunder vs Phoenix Suns Recap
PublishedJanuary 5, 2026,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:January 5, 2026 ,

NBA Recap: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Phoenix Suns – 1/4/26

On Sunday, January 4, 2026, the Phoenix Suns took on the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, AZ. The Suns won the game with a close score of 108-105. This victory pushed the Suns to a 21-14 record in the season.

Devin Booker played a key role in the Suns’ win, scoring 24 points and getting 6 rebounds. Jordan Goodwin led the scoring for the team with 26 points. On the other side, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Thunder scored 25 points and had 6 assists.

The Oklahoma City Thunder started strong in the first quarter, leading 26-20. In the second quarter, they added 23 points, but the Phoenix Suns kept close with 22 points. At halftime, the Thunder held a slight edge.

The Suns turned up the heat in the third quarter, scoring 32 points to take the lead. In the final quarter, the Suns added another 34 points, holding off the Thunder’s 32-point effort. Phoenix secured the win with a final score of 108-105.

In this game, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Oklahoma City Thunder with 25 points. He also contributed 6 assists. His shooting was 8 for 22 from the field. Jalen Williams was another key player for the Thunder. He scored 23 points and added 4 rebounds and 7 assists. Williams made 9 out of 13 shots.

Chet Holmgren also made a strong impact for the Thunder. He scored 18 points and grabbed 9 rebounds. Holmgren was efficient, making 8 out of 11 shots. These players kept the Thunder in the game until the end.

For the Phoenix Suns, Devin Booker was a standout performer. He scored 24 points and had 6 rebounds and 9 assists. Jordan Goodwin led the Suns in scoring with 26 points. He made 9 out of 16 shots. Dillon Brooks added 22 points, helping the Suns secure the win.

What’s Next

The Oklahoma City Thunder hold a strong record of 30-5. They are currently first in the Western Conference. This recent game against the Suns was a close one, but it didn’t change their top position.

The Phoenix Suns now have a record of 20-14. They are seventh in the Western Conference. This win might help them climb higher in the standings as the season continues.

The Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Charlotte Hornets in their next game. This game is scheduled for Monday, January 5, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The Thunder will play at home in the Paycom Center.

The Phoenix Suns will take on the Houston Rockets next. This game is set for Monday, January 5, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The Suns will be playing on the road at the Toyota Center.

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