Alexander seemed to want — no, need — one of many potentially heartbreaking jumpshots to fall late Wednesday.  Because without Jalen Williams, the soul to Gilgeous-Alexander’s heart, the upbeat to his monotone,

The Thunder can't afford to miss Williams. The 23-year-old has stepped up as OKC's second All-Star since Holmgren suffered a hip fracture. As shown in the second half, the Thunder are significantly worse on both sides of the floor without him.

The Golden State Warriors went into Wednesday's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder on a two-game losing streak. Despite starting the season 12-5, the Warriors could not be too confident against the 13-4 Thunder,