Oklahoma City Thunder vs Phoenix Suns Match Player Stats

The oklahoma city thunder vs phoenix suns match player stats from the 2026 Western Conference First Round Game 4 tell the story of a playoff game that was much closer than the final 131-122 score might suggest. Oklahoma City completed a 4-0 series sweep, but Phoenix produced enough offensive firepower to keep the game competitive deep into the second half. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 31 points and 8 assists, while Chet Holmgren added 24 points and 12 rebounds. Ajay Mitchell contributed 22 points and a remarkable +27 plus/minus, and Isaiah Hartenstein posted 18 points and 12 rebounds.

For Phoenix, Devin Booker finished with 24 points and 6 assists, while Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green each scored 23. Collin Gillespie was particularly dangerous from three-point range, making 6 of 11 attempts. Yet the Suns could not turn their strong individual scoring performances into a win.

This breakdown looks beyond the basic box score to explain which players actually influenced the game, why Oklahoma City controlled the matchup, where Phoenix found success, and what the numbers reveal about the series as a whole.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Phoenix Suns Match Player Stats: Game Overview

The Thunder defeated the Suns 131-122 in Game 4 to complete a 4-0 first-round sweep.

The game was played at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona, with an announced attendance of 17,071. The quarter-by-quarter scoring was:

Quarter	Oklahoma City	Phoenix
1st	37	33
2nd	38	34
3rd	31	31
4th	25	24
Final	131	122

The official NBA game listing identifies the contest as Game 4 with Oklahoma City winning the series 4-0.

There is a small date distinction worth noting. The game is listed as April 27 on the NBA game page because it took place in Phoenix, while the official game information also references Tuesday, April 28. That difference comes from time-zone and game-record conventions. The statistics themselves are consistent across the official box score.

The Thunder entered the matchup with a 64-18 regular-season record and a 30-10 road record. Phoenix finished 45-37 overall and 25-16 at home.

Those records provide important context. Oklahoma City was not simply winning because of one hot shooting night. The Thunder had been one of the league’s strongest teams throughout the season and entered the playoffs with the depth, defensive versatility, and offensive efficiency needed to control a four-game series.

Full Thunder Player Stats

The Oklahoma City box score shows an unusually balanced offensive performance.

Player	PTS	REB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	FG	3PT	FT	+/-
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander	31	2	8	0	1	3	10-17	2-4	9-11	-7
Chet Holmgren	24	12	3	2	0	2	9-16	2-5	4-4	+21
Ajay Mitchell	22	4	6	0	0	3	7-16	4-6	4-4	+27
Isaiah Hartenstein	18	12	3	1	0	2	5-7	0-0	8-9	+13
Jaylin Williams	14	4	1	1	0	3	5-7	4-6	0-0	+5
Aaron Wiggins	10	4	4	1	1	2	4-7	2-3	0-0	-1
Kenrich Williams	6	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	2-5	2-5	N/A	-10
Isaiah Joe	2	N/A	2	N/A	N/A	N/A	1-1	N/A	N/A	+6
Luguentz Dort	1	1	0	0	1	0	0-2	0-2	1-2	+5
Alex Caruso	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	N/A	-2
Cason Wallace	0	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	0-1	N/A	N/A	-2
Jared McCain	0	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	0-0	0-0	N/A	-2
Nikola Topic	0	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	0-0	0-0	N/A	-2

The official NBA box score confirms the major Thunder production, including Holmgren’s 24 points and 12 rebounds and Hartenstein’s 18 points and 12 rebounds. 

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Gilgeous-Alexander finished with:

• 31 points
• 8 assists
• 2 rebounds
• 3 turnovers
• 10-of-17 shooting
• 2-of-4 from three
• 9-of-11 from the free-throw line

His 31 points came on efficient shooting rather than excessive volume. He made 58.8% of his field-goal attempts and converted 81.8% of his free throws.

That efficiency matters because Phoenix needed to force Oklahoma City’s primary creator into difficult possessions. Instead, Gilgeous-Alexander consistently found ways to generate quality shots.

He was particularly effective at changing pace. Rather than relying exclusively on explosive first steps, he could slow the possession down, manipulate the defender and attack gaps when they appeared.

The most important part of his performance may have been his eight assists. A 31-point scoring night is impressive, but adding eight assists shows that Phoenix could not simply load up on him without creating opportunities elsewhere.

Chet Holmgren

Holmgren was arguably the most complete Thunder player statistically.

He recorded:

• 24 points
• 12 rebounds
• 3 assists
• 2 steals
• 9-of-16 shooting
• 2-of-5 from three
• 4-of-4 free throws
• +21 plus/minus

His 12 rebounds gave Oklahoma City a second major interior presence next to Hartenstein.

More importantly, Holmgren shot 56.3% from the field while making two three-pointers. That combination forced Phoenix to respect him both around the basket and outside the arc.

His +21 also stands out. It was not the best plus/minus on the Thunder, but it strongly indicates that Oklahoma City controlled the game during his minutes.

Ajay Mitchell

Mitchell’s 22 points could easily be overlooked next to Gilgeous-Alexander and Holmgren.

That would be a mistake.

He shot 7-of-16 overall and 4-of-6 from three while making all four of his free throws. He also added six assists.

The most striking statistic was his +27 plus/minus, the best mark on either team among the listed players.

Plus/minus should never be treated as a standalone measurement of individual quality, but in this game it fits the larger story. Mitchell was part of the Thunder lineups that consistently generated efficient offense and maintained pressure on Phoenix.

His four made three-pointers were especially valuable because they prevented the Suns from focusing entirely on the Thunder’s interior scoring and primary ball handlers.

Isaiah Hartenstein

Hartenstein produced one of the most efficient performances in the game.

He scored 18 points on only seven field-goal attempts, making five. He also went 8-of-9 at the free-throw line.

His 12 rebounds matched Holmgren’s total.

That gave Oklahoma City 24 combined rebounds from its two primary big men, which was a major part of the Thunder’s ability to sustain offensive possessions and finish defensive possessions.

Hartenstein’s +13 also reflected his impact beyond scoring.

Thunder Team Shooting Was a Major Difference

The team statistics provide perhaps the clearest explanation for Oklahoma City’s victory.

The Thunder finished with:

• 131 points
• 44-of-82 field goals
• 17-of-34 three-pointers
• 26-of-30 free throws
• 39 rebounds
• 28 assists
• 16 turnovers
• 13 offensive rebounds
• 5 steals
• 4 blocks

That translated to:

• 54% field-goal shooting
• 50% three-point shooting
• 87% free-throw shooting

The Suns were also efficient from the field, shooting 48-of-90, or about 53%. But the three-point difference was substantial.

Oklahoma City made 17 threes on 34 attempts.

Phoenix made 14 threes on 39 attempts.

That means Oklahoma City converted half of its three-point attempts while Phoenix converted 35.9%.

The Thunder therefore generated more points from fewer attempts beyond the arc.

That is the kind of efficiency that can decide a playoff game even when both teams are shooting above 50% overall.

Full Phoenix Suns Player Stats

Phoenix received strong scoring contributions from several players, but the distribution was not enough to overcome Oklahoma City’s efficiency.

Player	PTS	REB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	FG	3PT	FT	+/-
Devin Booker	24	0	6	0	1	6	8-16	1-6	7-9	-16
Dillon Brooks	23	4	3	1	1	0	10-19	2-4	1-1	+1
Jalen Green	23	6	4	4	0	2	10-25	1-10	2-3	-15
Collin Gillespie	20	2	2	1	0	0	7-12	6-11	0-1	-27
Oso Ighodaro	8	8	4	2	1	2	4-5	0-0	0-0	-1
Royce O’Neale	8	7	2	N/A	N/A	1	3-3	2-2	N/A	-3
Grayson Allen	12	3	3	N/A	2	0	4-5	2-3	2-2	+15
Khaman Maluach	2	2	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	1-1	N/A	N/A	-7
Jamaree Bouyea	2	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	1-1	N/A	N/A	+2
Rasheer Fleming	0	1	0	2	1	1	0-2	0-2	N/A	+2
Ryan Dunn	0	0	0	N/A	N/A	N/A	0-1	0-1	N/A	+2
Amir Coffey	0	0	0	N/A	N/A	N/A	0-0	N/A	N/A	+2

The official NBA box score lists Booker with 24 points, Brooks and Green with 23 apiece, and Gillespie with 20 points. 

Devin Booker

Booker led Phoenix in scoring with 24 points and added six assists.

He shot 8-of-16 from the field, which is exactly 50%.

On the surface, that looks like a solid offensive performance.

The problem was that his six turnovers and -16 plus/minus offset much of that production.

Booker also went just 1-of-6 from three.

Phoenix needed efficient perimeter creation from its primary offensive star, especially against a Thunder team that could score rapidly at the other end.

Booker’s 12-point third quarter demonstrated what Phoenix was capable of when he found rhythm. But Oklahoma City repeatedly answered whenever the Suns threatened to close the gap. The official game recap notes that Phoenix reduced the deficit entering the fourth quarter, only for the Thunder to regain control. 

Dillon Brooks

Brooks was one of Phoenix’s most effective players.

He scored 23 points on 10-of-19 shooting, made 2-of-4 threes and committed zero turnovers.

That combination is important.

Brooks was aggressive without giving possessions away. His +1 plus/minus was also much better than the negative figures posted by several Phoenix scorers.

His role was different from Booker’s. Rather than functioning primarily as the central creator, Brooks provided physical scoring, perimeter shooting and defensive pressure.

His efficiency helped keep Phoenix within reach.

Jalen Green

Green scored 23 points, grabbed six rebounds, added four assists and recorded four steals.

The steals were particularly notable.

However, his shooting profile was inefficient. He went 10-of-25 from the field and just 1-of-10 from three.

That meant he needed 25 field-goal attempts to reach 23 points.

Against an opponent shooting 54% from the field and 50% from three, that level of shot inefficiency creates a difficult mathematical challenge.

Green still made a defensive impact, but his -15 plus/minus illustrates the larger problem.

Collin Gillespie

Gillespie may have been Phoenix’s most dangerous perimeter shooter.

He scored 20 points and made:

• 7-of-12 field goals
• 6-of-11 three-pointers

Six made threes on 11 attempts is outstanding shooting.

The official NBA recap specifically highlighted his six made three-pointers. 

Yet his -27 plus/minus was the worst figure among the major players in the game.

That contrast is one of the clearest reminders that individual scoring efficiency does not automatically translate into team success.

Gillespie shot extremely well, but Oklahoma City’s collective offensive advantage remained larger.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Phoenix Suns Match Player Stats: The Biggest Statistical Differences

The most useful way to understand this game is to compare the team-level numbers rather than focusing only on who scored the most.

Three-Point Efficiency

Oklahoma City:

17-of-34, 50%

Phoenix:

14-of-39, 35.9%

The Thunder attempted five fewer threes but made three more.

That represents a nine-point difference in three-point scoring.

In a nine-point final margin, that statistic deserves significant attention.

Free Throws

Oklahoma City:

26-of-30, 86.7%

Phoenix:

12-of-16, 75%

The Thunder also generated 14 more free-throw attempts.

They converted 26 free throws compared with Phoenix’s 12.

That produced another substantial scoring advantage.

Rebounding

Oklahoma City:

39 rebounds

Phoenix:

33 rebounds

The difference was not enormous, but it favored the team that already had the better shooting efficiency.

The Thunder also collected 13 offensive rebounds.

Extra possessions are particularly valuable in a playoff game where each half-court possession can carry significant weight.

Assists

Oklahoma City recorded 28 assists.

Phoenix recorded 24.

The four-assist advantage reflects a broader difference in offensive organization.

Oklahoma City’s scoring was spread across multiple players while Gilgeous-Alexander, Mitchell and others consistently created opportunities.

Turnovers

The Thunder committed 16 turnovers.

Phoenix committed 12.

This is one category Phoenix actually won.

However, the Suns could not convert that advantage into enough additional offense.

The lesson is important: winning one possession-based statistic does not guarantee winning the game when shooting efficiency and scoring efficiency move strongly in the opposite direction.

Why Oklahoma City Won

The Thunder’s victory was not built on one factor.

It came from several advantages working together.

1. Multiple Efficient Scorers

Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31.

Holmgren scored 24.

Mitchell scored 22.

Hartenstein scored 18.

Jaylin Williams added 14.

Wiggins added 10.

That gave Oklahoma City six players in double figures.

Phoenix had four players at 20 or more points, but the next-highest scorer had only 12.

The Thunder therefore had greater scoring depth across the rotation.

2. Elite Three-Point Accuracy

Making 50% from three in a playoff game is extremely difficult.

Oklahoma City did exactly that.

The Thunder did not simply shoot a large volume of threes. They converted them at an exceptional rate.

3. Interior Rebounding

Holmgren and Hartenstein combined for 24 rebounds.

That combination gave Oklahoma City size, second-chance opportunities and defensive stability.

4. Free-Throw Advantage

The Thunder’s 26-of-30 performance from the line was another quiet difference-maker.

Phoenix made only 12 free throws.

Even if every other category had been equal, that 14-point difference in free-throw scoring would have been enormous.

5. Balanced Playmaking

Gilgeous-Alexander had eight assists.

Mitchell had six.

Wiggins had four.

Hartenstein and Holmgren each had three.

The Thunder did not depend entirely on one player to create every good possession.

That is especially important in playoff basketball, where opponents can spend an entire series trying to remove a team’s first option.

Why Phoenix Lost Despite Strong Shooting

Phoenix’s 122 points would have been enough to win many NBA games.

The problem was the matchup.

The Suns actually shot 53% overall, which is very good.

They also had four players score at least 20 points.

Their problem was efficiency in the areas that produced the most valuable points.

Phoenix made only 14 of 39 three-point attempts.

Booker went 1-of-6 from three.

Green went 1-of-10.

Those two players combined to shoot 2-of-16 from beyond the arc.

That is a major burden for a team trying to defeat an opponent that made half of its own three-point attempts.

Phoenix also struggled to turn its individual scoring into a complete team performance.

Booker had six turnovers.

Green took 25 shots to score 23 points.

Gillespie made six threes but finished with a -27 plus/minus.

These numbers do not mean those players were individually poor. They show that Phoenix needed more complementary efficiency to survive against Oklahoma City’s balanced attack.

The Importance of Plus/Minus

Plus/minus can be misleading when used without context, so it should never replace the box score.

Still, the distribution in this game is interesting.

Oklahoma City’s leaders included:

• Ajay Mitchell: +27
• Chet Holmgren: +21
• Isaiah Hartenstein: +13
• Isaiah Joe: +6
• Luguentz Dort: +5
• Jaylin Williams: +5

Phoenix’s best figures included:

• Grayson Allen: +15
• Dillon Brooks: +1
• Oso Ighodaro: -1
• Ryan Dunn: +2
• Rasheer Fleming: +2

The striking number is Gillespie’s -27.

He was one of Phoenix’s best shooters, yet the team was outscored significantly during his minutes.

This illustrates why lineup data matters. A player can score efficiently while the opponent’s overall lineup combination creates an even larger advantage.

What the Game Says About Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

The most important individual takeaway is that Gilgeous-Alexander did not need to score 40-plus points to dominate the offensive structure of the game.

He scored 31 while shooting 10-of-17.

He also created eight assists.

That balance is important.

When a superstar scores 31 on efficient shooting while also creating opportunities for teammates, the defense faces two problems.

If Phoenix sent additional attention toward him, Oklahoma City had shooters and finishers ready to punish the coverage.

If Phoenix defended him more traditionally, he could attack one-on-one.

That is the type of offensive flexibility that makes a team extremely difficult to eliminate over a playoff series.

What Chet Holmgren Added

Holmgren’s stat line deserves more attention than just the 24 points.

His combination of scoring, rebounding and floor spacing changed the geometry of the game.

He shot:

• 9-of-16 overall
• 2-of-5 from three
• 4-of-4 at the line

He also grabbed 12 rebounds and recorded two steals.

That means Phoenix could not simply defend Oklahoma City’s guards while ignoring the frontcourt.

Holmgren could stretch the floor, score around the basket and clean the glass.

His +21 reinforces how strongly his minutes correlated with Oklahoma City’s control.

The Hidden Value of Isaiah Hartenstein

Hartenstein’s 18 points on seven field-goal attempts is one of the most efficient scoring lines in the box score.

He also made eight of nine free throws.

That is unusual for a center whose primary responsibilities extend beyond scoring.

His 12 rebounds were equally important.

Together, Hartenstein and Holmgren gave Oklahoma City 36 points and 24 rebounds.

That frontcourt production meant the Thunder could attack Phoenix in several different ways without overloading Gilgeous-Alexander.

Phoenix’s Bright Spots

Despite the sweep, Phoenix had several individual performances worth recognizing.

Dillon Brooks’ Efficiency

Brooks shot 52.6% from the field and 50% from three.

He also committed no turnovers.

That is an excellent offensive game.

Collin Gillespie’s Shooting

Six made threes on 11 attempts showed how dangerous he could be from the perimeter.

Grayson Allen’s Efficiency

Allen scored 12 points on 4-of-5 shooting, including 2-of-3 from three, while adding three rebounds, three assists and two blocks.

His +15 was Phoenix’s best among the listed players.

Oso Ighodaro’s All-Around Contribution

Ighodaro scored only eight points but added:

• 8 rebounds
• 4 assists
• 2 steals
• 1 block

He also shot 4-of-5.

His contribution shows why box-score evaluation should not be reduced to scoring totals.

Team Comparison at a Glance

Category	Thunder	Suns
Points	131	122
Field Goals	44-82	48-90
FG%	54%	53%
Three-Pointers	17-34	14-39
3PT%	50%	36%
Free Throws	26-30	12-16
FT%	87%	75%
Rebounds	39	33
Assists	28	24
Turnovers	16	12
Offensive Rebounds	13	10
Steals	5	10
Blocks	4	6
Personal Fouls	20	25

The comparison makes the result easier to understand.

Phoenix won turnovers, steals and blocks.

Oklahoma City won the categories that produced the biggest scoring advantage: overall efficiency, three-point efficiency, free-throw production and rebounding.

What the Four-Game Sweep Reveals

A 4-0 series result is more meaningful than one individual game.

It means Phoenix never found a sustainable formula for slowing Oklahoma City across four contests.

The Thunder had multiple ways to win.

• They could rely on Gilgeous-Alexander’s shot creation.
• They could use Holmgren’s inside-outside skill set.
• They could create second-chance opportunities through their big men.
• They could space the floor with capable shooters.
• They could also receive major contributions from secondary players.

That versatility is arguably more important than any single box-score number.

For readers researching the oklahoma city thunder vs phoenix suns match player stats, the biggest lesson is that the game was not simply about which team had the highest scorer. It was about which team produced the more efficient collection of possessions.

How to Analyze These Player Stats Properly

A useful approach is to evaluate five layers.

Start With Scoring

Identify the leading scorers, but do not stop there.

Ask how many shots each player needed.

Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 on 17 attempts.

Green scored 23 on 25 attempts.

That distinction is significant.

Then Check Efficiency

Field-goal percentage and three-point percentage provide immediate context.

A 25-point performance on efficient shooting is very different from 25 points generated through a large number of attempts.

Examine Rebounding

Rebounding indicates who controlled extra possessions.

Holmgren and Hartenstein were especially important in this category.

Look at Playmaking

Assists help show how much offensive creation was shared.

Oklahoma City recorded 28 team assists, with Gilgeous-Alexander and Mitchell leading the way.

Finally, Review Plus/Minus Carefully

Plus/minus can reveal lineup-level trends, but it should be considered alongside shooting, turnovers, role and minutes.

That approach gives a more reliable picture than simply ranking players by points.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who led the Thunder in scoring against the Suns?

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led Oklahoma City with 31 points. He also recorded eight assists and shot 10-of-17 from the field.

Who led the Suns in scoring?

Devin Booker led Phoenix with 24 points and six assists. He shot 8-of-16 from the field and 1-of-6 from three.

Who had the best plus/minus in the game?

Ajay Mitchell recorded the best plus/minus at +27. Chet Holmgren was next for Oklahoma City at +21.

How many three-pointers did Oklahoma City make?

The Thunder made 17 of 34 three-point attempts, finishing at 50% from beyond the arc.

How many rebounds did Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein have?

Both players recorded 12 rebounds. Together, they collected 24 rebounds.

Did Oklahoma City sweep Phoenix?

Yes. Oklahoma City won Game 4 by a score of 131-122 and completed a 4-0 first-round series sweep. The official NBA game record confirms the result.

Conclusion

The oklahoma city thunder vs phoenix suns match player stats show a game in which individual scoring was strong on both sides, but Oklahoma City’s overall efficiency proved decisive.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 31 points and eight assists. Chet Holmgren delivered 24 points and 12 rebounds, while Ajay Mitchell added 22 points, six assists and the game’s best +27 plus/minus. Isaiah Hartenstein provided another double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds.

Phoenix had four major scorers. Devin Booker finished with 24, while Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green each scored 23 and Collin Gillespie added 20. Gillespie’s six three-pointers were especially impressive, while Brooks combined efficient scoring with zero turnovers.

The decisive difference came from the overall numbers. Oklahoma City shot 54% from the field and 50% from three, compared with Phoenix’s 53% and 36%. The Thunder also made 26 free throws to Phoenix’s 12 and won the rebounding battle 39-33.

That combination explains why Phoenix could score 122 points and still lose by nine.

The game ultimately demonstrated the value of balanced playoff basketball. Oklahoma City did not need one player to carry every possession. Multiple players created offense, the frontcourt controlled the glass, and the team converted its perimeter opportunities at an elite rate. Those factors allowed the Thunder to close out the series and move forward with a clean 4-0 result.