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Thunder Extend Streak, Gilgeous-Alexander Shines

The Oklahoma City Thunder have made headlines by extending their win streak to a franchise-record 15 games, showcasing their impressive form in the NBA. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a pivotal figure in this success, leading the team with standout performances, including a crucial victory against the Boston Celtics. His ability to score and facilitate has been instrumental in the Thunder's rise in the standings.

Supporting Gilgeous-Alexander, Luguentz Dort demonstrated his shooting prowess with a well-timed three-pointer, while Isaiah Hartenstein electrified the crowd with a powerful dunk over Derrick White. Aaron Wiggins also made his mark by contributing a key 3-point shot, further solidifying the Thunder's offensive capabilities.

On the injury front, the Golden State Warriors will be without Jonathan Kuminga for at least three weeks due to an ankle sprain, which could impact their performance in the coming games.

In other notable performances, Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves scored a career-high 53 points in a tough loss to the Detroit Pistons, showcasing his scoring ability despite the team's struggles. Meanwhile, Kawhi Leonard made his much-anticipated debut, contributing 12 points and expressing that playing was the `easy part` for him.

The Sacramento Kings have made a significant change by firing head coach Mike Brown after a noticeable decline in team performance, despite his previous successes. This decision reflects the ongoing competitive nature of the league, as teams strive to improve their standings.

As of January 9, 2025, the NBA standings highlight a competitive landscape, with teams like the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Clippers maintaining strong positions in the power rankings.

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