San Antonio were aiming to become just the sixth team in NBA history to win 20 consecutive games but the Thunder did not read the script‚ winning 106–94 at Chesapeake Energy Arena.
The Spurs (59–17) remain best in the West‚ ahead of the Thunder (55–19)‚ who have now won three on the trot.
Kevin Durant was the star of the show‚ posting a game–high 28 points as the Thunder star continued his streak of scoring at least 25 points.
The All–Star has now registered at least 25 points in 39 consecutive games. He is one game shy of Michael Jordan′s 40–game record, which the Chicago Bulls legend set during the 1986⁄87 season.
Russell Westbrook contributed for the Thunder with 27 points‚ six assists and four steals‚ while Serge Ibaka had 11 points and 12 rebounds in a double–double performance.
San Antonio′s Australian import Patty Mills led the team with 21 points off the bench. Veteran Tim Duncan finished with 17 points and eight rebounds.
In Thursday′s other contest‚ the Dallas Mavericks withstood a late rally from the Los Angeles Clippers to triumph 113–107.
The ever–reliable Dirk Nowitzki had 26 points and 11 rebounds as the Mavericks beat the Clippers for the first time this season.
Jose Calderon (19 points) and veteran Vince Carter (16 points) made solid contributions for Dallas‚ while Samuel Dalembert and Monta Ellis added 12 points apiece.
Blake Griffin was the pick of the bunch for the Clippers‚ posting up triple–double figures after scoring 25 points‚ 11 assists and 10 rebounds.
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Source: SBOBET Times
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