Alarming trend has Thunder treading treacherous waters

Dec 2, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts after the ball went out of bounds against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images | Cary Edmondson-Imagn ImagesThings have been going rather well for the OKC Thunder this year, as they are 30-5 and once again viewed as the team to beat in the NBA.

However, their success comes with an underlying trend they might need to course-correct if they wish to hoist the Larry O'Brien Trophy for a second consecutive campaign.

Last year, the Thunder were notoriously one of the most iso-ball-heavy teams in the league. This…