The Spurs shot 47% and the Thunder shot 53%. Both teams were nearly perfect from the free throw line, with OKC missing just one. The rebound war was closely won by the Thunder, 40-35, but the Spurs had the most second chances.
Kawhi Leonard, once again, led the way for the villainous visitors, with 34 points, 10-22 from the field. Not far behind was Patty Mills, who finally had a breakout game: 25 points on 52% shooting that included a handful of 3PTers. Pau Gasol finished out the trio with 19 points, 8-14. Bismack Biyombo owned the paint with 13 rebounds and 4 blocks to go with 8 points. Jeremy Lamb chipped in 9 points as San Antonio's lone bench success story.
Meanwhile, Russell Westbrook had 17 points, 6 rebounds with 11 assists on 61% shooting. Four turnovers marred an otherwise strong showing. Paul George had 15 points, but struggled with his shot at 7-17 and an 0-4 goose egg from long range. Steven Adams had 14 points with 7 rebounds and 1 block. Patrick Patterson chipped in 13 points with 6 rebounds and Carmelo Anthony had 11 points with 13 rebounds. Carmelo did not shoot well, though at just 5-14 and 1-5 from deep as the Thunder drop to just 12-10 on the season.
The Spurs are at the top of the west and the entire league with a 21-3 record, 12-1 at home and 9-2 on the road. Not far behind, as always, are the Cavaliers (19-4), Warriors (16-7) and Celtics (15-9, 8G win streak). The season is shaping up to be full of excitement as western titans go at it time and time again.