Thunder’s 3-point Trio Explodes
The Oklahoma City Thunder began their season with some hiccups in their perimeter shooting. Yet, despite these initial struggles, the team has soared to an impressive 23 wins against just one loss. Now, they find themselves among the elite in the NBA, ranking in the top three for 3-point shooting percentage.
A Surge in Shooting Efficiency
In their last ten games, the Thunder have demonstrated remarkable improvement, averaging the second-best 3-point shooting percentage in the league at 42.2%. Over the past five games, that figure has jumped to an even more impressive 44.2%. This surge is not only encouraging for the team but also for their shooting lineup, which has been firing on all cylinders.
Leading the charge from beyond the arc are Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Aaron Wiggins, and Isaiah Joe—three players expected to make significant contributions in this area.
Gilgeous-Alexander’s Best Start Yet
For Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, this season marks the best shooting start of his career. Currently averaging 44.3% from three-point range, he is attempting around five shots from deep each game. Although this is slightly down from last season, his accuracy has notably increased, showcasing his growth as a shooter.
Wiggins Steps Up
Aaron Wiggins is also making waves, taking the highest volume of threes in his career. He is launching nearly six attempts per game and is hitting them at an impressive 43.4% clip. Interestingly, Wiggins had a stellar shooting efficiency during the 2023-24 season, where he drained an eye-popping 49.2% of his attempts. Despite shooting less last season, his current volume and accuracy illustrate a newfound confidence in his shooting game.
Joe’s Consistent Marksman Skills
Isaiah Joe is another key figure in this shooting trifecta. With a reputation for his smooth shooting stroke, Joe is averaging the highest number of threes in his career while also achieving his best percentage so far this season. With nearly 42% of his 6.9 attempts per game finding the bottom of the net, he rounds out the Thunder’s trio of sharpshooters who each exceed the 40% threshold.
Frequent Shooters, Critical Contributions
What stands out about this trio is their frequent attempts from long range. Each player is not only shooting multiple threes per game but doing so effectively, making them crucial to Oklahoma City’s offensive strategy. Maintaining such high efficiency is no small feat, but these three possess the talent to rise to the occasion.
As the Thunder continue to extend their win streak, their success from beyond the arc will be increasingly vital. With aspirations for a back-to-back title run and a potential best-ever regular season record in their sights, the contributions from Gilgeous-Alexander, Wiggins, and Joe will play a pivotal role in their journey ahead.
