Thunder Survive Double-OT Thriller, Face Rested Hawks

On October 26th, 2025, the Oklahoma City Thunder will face off against the Atlanta Hawks in an anticipated NBA matchup. The Thunder are coming off a thrilling double-overtime victory against the Indiana Pacers on October 24th, where star player Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a career-high 55 points to lead his short-handed team to a 141-135 win.

Meanwhile, the Hawks are also riding high after a close 111-107 win over the Orlando Magic on October 25th. Trae Young's clutch performance in the final minute secured the victory for Atlanta, who will be looking to build on their momentum against the injury-plagued Thunder.

The Thunder have been hit hard by injuries, with several key players listed as questionable or out for the upcoming game. This has forced the team to play two grueling overtime games to start the season, which could take a toll as they face a rested Hawks squad. Despite their impressive start, the Thunder may struggle to keep up with the fresh-legged Hawks, who have a talented roster surrounding their star player Trae Young.