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THUNDER at CLIPPERS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | April 8, 2026



THUNDER at CLIPPERS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | April 8, 2026

The Thunder defeated the Clippers, 128-110 tonight in LA. Chet Holmgren contributed a team-high 30 points to go with 14 rebounds 5 assists and 3 three pointers, with Isaiah Joe of the Thunder adding an additional 21 points (6-9 FG, 4-7 3P) in the game. Kawhi Leonard finished with a team-high 20 points along with 8 rebounds for the Clippers in the losing effort. The Thunder improve their record to 64-16 with the win, while the Clippers fall to 41-39 for the season.

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30 Comments

  1. @cryhwks

    @8:22 SGA went 1v1 with one of the best defensive players ever and shook him down and took him right to the basket like it was nothing.

  2. @superbackyardbreeder1084

    Booo Kawhi should have stayed in Toronto. He cud have won 2 rings and Clippers could have won last year 😂😂😂😂😂 but Kawhi ruined everything for Clippers and Raptors 😂

  3. @zaldy9034

    Clearly game fixing against OKC many teams help SGA for MVP haha look at the clippers defense??? Clearly zero defense no hustle no effort basketball fans better to know it

  7. @Joel-n3s5k

    I really dont think most NBA fans (especially the delusional spurs fans) really understand what the playoff version of the Thunder is going to look like this time around. They have had tons of injuries and have been engaging in extreme load management all season and yet still will end up with the number one overall seed and record. They are adding two players Mitchell and McCain to a historically great championship team that will clearly make an impact in the playoffs so they will be noticeably better. Nobody is beating OKC in a 7 game playoff series. No chance.

  16. @Eat-Z-Bugs

    I think Chet might be trying to "keep it clean" but look at how all that muscle Wemby put on has done for his confidence and game. 💪🏾

  18. @TheDjacob

    Jokik mvp

    Nikola Jokić is arguably the most statistically dominant "supporting lead" the NBA has ever seen. He effectively functions as a one-man offensive engine, leading the league in advanced metrics like PER and Plus/Minus for consecutive years.
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    The "Statistical Engine" Argument
    Historic Efficiency: Jokić is the only player in NBA history to record over 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 500 assists in a single season.
    On/Off Impact: He consistently maintains one of the league's highest point differentials when on the court versus off.
    Offensive Versatility: Beyond scoring, he has reached the top three in points, rebounds, and assists per game simultaneously—the first player ever to do so.
    Unmatched Efficiency: He has maintained a True Shooting percentage (TS%) that often leads the league, even while taking on a massive offensive workload.
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    Jokić vs. Other Greats (Curry and Bryant)
    Steph Curry: While Curry's "gravity" changes the game's spacing, Jokić's impact is more comprehensive across every major statistical category. Critics often point out that Curry's efficiency relies more on teammates like Draymond Green, whereas Jokić's numbers remain elite regardless of the supporting cast.
    Consistency: For roughly a decade, Jokić has been the personification of consistency, often carrying the Nuggets to top seeds despite major injuries to secondary stars like Jamal Murray or Michael Porter Jr.
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    Category Nikola Jokić (Career Peaks) Stephen Curry (Career Peaks)
    MVP Awards 3 2
    Triple-Doubles 130+ (Leading center all-time) 10
    All-NBA First Team 4+ 4
    Impact Metrics #1 in PER, BPM multiple seasons Elite in Offensive Win Shares
    Why He Isn't Always "The Best Player"
    The debate often comes down to voter fatigue and playstyle. Jokić has already secured three MVPs, and voters sometimes lean toward new narratives, such as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander or Victor Wembanyama in the current 2026 race. Furthermore, his "unathletic" appearance and "non-sexy" playstyle can lead some to overlook his objective dominance on the court.
    How much do you think team seeding should override these individual "on/off" metrics when deciding the final MVP winner?

    is indeed the only player in NBA history to win multiple MVP awards (2021, 2022, 2024) without ever having a teammate selected as an All-Star, All-NBA, or All-Defensive player during his first 10 seasons. This lack of "award-level" support is unprecedented among the league's all-time greats: on average, an MVP winner in their first decade of play has roughly 16 such teammate appearances.
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    The "One-Man Engine" Impact
    The statistical weight Jokić carries for the Denver Nuggets is arguably the most dominant in league history. While he has elite teammates like Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon, none have officially received the accolades that typically accompany a championship core.
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    All-Star Rarity: While players like Jamal Murray are widely considered "All-Star caliber," Jokić remains the first MVP in over 40 years to win without an active All-Star teammate.
    Defensive Support: For much of his MVP runs, Jokić lacked a teammate on an All-Defensive team. Despite this, he has consistently led the league in Defensive Win Shares and other impact metrics, effectively anchoring a top-10 defense himself.
    The Comparison: Even other "solo carry" legends had more recognized help during their peaks:
    Magic Johnson: 35 All-Star/All-NBA/All-Defense teammates.
    Michael Jordan: 12 such teammates.
    LeBron James: 12 such teammates.
    Jokić: 0.
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    Current 2025-26 Season Standing
    As of April 2026, Jokić continues this trend of extreme individual value. He is currently on pace for what could be the greatest statistical season ever:
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    Stat Category 2025-26 Value NBA Rank
    Points Per Game 27.8 8th
    Rebounds Per Game 12.94 1st
    Assists Per Game 10.9 1st
    Player Efficiency Rating (PER) 37.0 1st (All-time record pace)
    He is currently the only player in NBA history on track to lead the league in both rebounds and assists in the same season.
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    Given that Jokić is shattering efficiency records while leading his team to a top seed with zero All-Star help, do you think he has already surpassed the peak dominance of players like prime Shaq or Tim Duncan?

  20. @bryantstonesr.1132

    The Clippers organization will never recover for trading SGA. For Paul George.. Unbelievable, and I believe they have the Clippers 1st round pick this again 😂.. that's the players…Play and the management.
    Should Manage. K.L.
    Oh said a very Big Fan. Klaw!! But you own alot of this.

  21. @flyinghotwing

    wish clips would fire jim jackson, what a horrible voice always interrupting a good play by play guy with his long winded worthless analysis

  25. @kwamd.1461

    1# seed again for the third time in a row!! Man, this team is amazing. As a OKC native, I’m super proud of this team and how far they’ve come! I think they’ll go far in the Playoffs this year. Thunder up!!🫡⚡️⛈️

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