Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: 124–116 Final, Nov. 4, 2026

Information verified: November 5, 2026, at 03:53 UTC. This timestamp records the editorial check of the final score and game details, not the original publication time or scheduled tipoff.

The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 124–116 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The Thunder's official game page now labels the contest Final, replacing the pregame status. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points and added eight assists, while Donovan Mitchell led Cleveland with 27 points. Oklahoma City won both meetings with Cleveland during the opening week of November.

The result gives Oklahoma City a 6–2 record and leaves Cleveland at 4–4, according to the completed CBS Sports box score. Cleveland scored 42 points in the fourth quarter but could not erase the damage from a 37–20 first quarter. For fans who came to this page for the tipoff and injury watch, the main update is that the game has concluded and the final box score, rather than projected lineups or earlier availability reports, is the appropriate source for who actually played.

Destaques

• Final score: Oklahoma City Thunder 124, Cleveland Cavaliers 116, on November 4, 2026, at Paycom Center.
• Top performers: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 42 points and eight assists; Donovan Mitchell scored 27 for Cleveland.
• Decisive stretch: Oklahoma City outscored Cleveland 37–20 in the first quarter; Cleveland's 42–36 fourth-quarter edge was not enough.
• Original tipoff: November 4 at 7:00 p.m. Oklahoma City CST (UTC−06:00), or 8:00 p.m. Cleveland EST (UTC−05:00); November 5 at 01:00 UTC.

What was the final score of Thunder vs. Cavaliers on November 4?

The Thunder won 124–116 in regulation. The Thunder's official game details confirm the final status and score; the CBS Sports game tracker provides the quarter-by-quarter breakdown. The official NBA game identifier is 0022600180.

Oklahoma City led 37–20 after one quarter, 60–44 at halftime and 88–74 after three. Cleveland's late scoring reduced the margin to eight points, but it never completed the comeback. The Thunder had also beaten the Cavaliers 117–112 on November 2 in Cleveland, so Wednesday's result completed a two-game sweep of their meetings that week.

How did Oklahoma City beat Cleveland in the rematch?

The first quarter shaped the game. Oklahoma City's 17-point opening-period advantage forced Cleveland to spend the rest of the night recovering. The Cavaliers improved offensively as the game progressed, scoring 24 in the second quarter, 30 in the third and 42 in the fourth, but the Thunder continued to put points on the board.

The completed CBS Sports team statistics show Oklahoma City shooting 41 of 89 from the field (46.1%), compared with Cleveland's 40 of 93 (43.0%). Cleveland made more three-pointers, 19 to 15, but Oklahoma City scored more at the free-throw line, making 27 of 35 attempts compared with Cleveland's 17 of 19. The Thunder also committed nine turnovers to the Cavaliers' 12.

Those numbers explain the scoring balance without requiring a speculative account of any individual foul call or coaching decision. Oklahoma City converted its opportunities efficiently enough to survive Cleveland's late surge. The larger takeaway is straightforward: Cleveland generated a productive final quarter, but could not fully overcome its poor start.

How many points did Shai Gilgeous-Alexander score?

Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 42 points, four rebounds and eight assists. The box score records 11 made field goals in 26 attempts, including five three-pointers, and 15 made free throws. Ajay Mitchell contributed 23 points, seven rebounds and four assists, giving the Thunder another substantial source of scoring. Kenrich Williams added 13 points, according to the CBS player breakdown.

This performance followed Gilgeous-Alexander's 43-point outing in the Thunder's 117–112 win at Cleveland two days earlier. Across those two games, his scoring was central to Oklahoma City's ability to win while dealing with roster disruption discussed in the league's pregame coverage. The completed November 4 stat sheet establishes his actual contribution more reliably than a pregame projection.

How did Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers perform?

Donovan Mitchell scored 27 points with six assists and three rebounds, shooting 10 of 17 from the field. James Harden finished with 19 points, nine rebounds and six assists, while Evan Mobley recorded 16 points and 10 rebounds. Cleveland's fourth-quarter total of 42 points shows the offense found a much better rhythm late, although the final score remained in Oklahoma City's favor.

Cleveland also had 19 made three-pointers on 49 attempts, compared with Oklahoma City's 15 on 36. That perimeter advantage did not translate into a win because the earlier deficit and the overall scoring distribution still favored the hosts. The loss is a useful early-season benchmark for the Cavaliers, but a single November result cannot establish how the team will perform over the full season or in the playoffs.

When and where was Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Cleveland Cavaliers played?

The game was held at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. It had been scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. in Oklahoma City, Central Standard Time (CST, UTC−06:00). That corresponds to 8:00 p.m. in Cleveland, Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−05:00), and 01:00 UTC on Thursday, November 5.

Both cities were on standard time for the game date after daylight saving time ended on November 1, 2026. The November 5 UTC date refers to the same scheduled start instant, not a second game. The clubs' Cavaliers event listing and Thunder event page identify the venue and scheduled start. This is historical tipoff information now that the game is final.

Which players were available, and what happened to the pregame injury watch?

The original preview tracked several late injury designations. Now that the game is over, its older probable and questionable labels should not be presented as current availability news. The completed game statistics confirm participation by Oklahoma City's Gilgeous-Alexander, Ajay Mitchell and Kenrich Williams, as well as Cleveland's Donovan Mitchell, Harden, Mobley, Tyrese Proctor and Jarrett Allen.

CBS lists Allen with seven minutes played and Proctor with 21. Minutes alone do not establish the reason a player left or played less than expected; no medical diagnosis or cause should be inferred from a box score. For official injury designations and any subsequent updates, consult the NBA's 2026–27 injury-report hub and the clubs' own announcements. The final box score is the most useful record of who entered this particular game.

What does the result mean for Cleveland and Oklahoma City?

Oklahoma City's record improved to 6–2, while Cleveland fell to 4–4. In the NBA's Week 3 Power Rankings, published before the rematch, the two teams were ranked close together. The November 4 result provides a fresh on-court data point, not a retroactive change to those earlier rankings.

For Cleveland, the immediate questions are how to avoid an opening-quarter deficit against strong opponents and how to sustain its late-game offense over four quarters. For Oklahoma City, the victory adds evidence of resilience in an injury-affected stretch. These are interpretations of the verified result rather than forecasts of playoff seeding or postseason outcomes.

The next scheduled contests are both Friday, November 6, in Emirates NBA Cup group play: the Thunder visit Memphis at 7:00 p.m. Memphis CST (UTC−06:00), equivalent to 01:00 UTC on November 7, while the Cavaliers host Philadelphia at 7:30 p.m. Cleveland EST (UTC−05:00), equivalent to 00:30 UTC on November 7. Those are scheduled times and could change; see the NBA schedule for the latest listings.

Where can fans check the official result and replay?

The NBA game center is the primary destination for game details, statistics and any replay links made available to viewers. The Thunder game page shows the confirmed final score and a replay option. Replay availability may depend on location, subscription status and media rights. Local pregame TV listings should not be mistaken for a guarantee of unrestricted replay access.

FAQ

Who won Thunder vs. Cavaliers on November 4, 2026?

The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 124–116 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The result is final.

How many points did Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Donovan Mitchell score?

Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points for Oklahoma City; Donovan Mitchell scored 27 points for Cleveland.

What time was the Thunder–Cavaliers game scheduled to start?

It was scheduled for November 4 at 7:00 p.m. Oklahoma City CST (UTC−06:00), the same instant as 8:00 p.m. Cleveland EST (UTC−05:00) or 01:00 UTC on November 5. The game has since finished.