Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. (Image via AP)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will play for the Oklahoma City Thunder in their March 23, 2026 game against the Philadelphia 76ers. He comes into this one after scoring 40 points two nights ago, continuing his steady production this season.Oklahoma City enters the game on an 11-game winning streak with a 56-15 record, leading the Western Conference. With their main scorer available, the focus is on whether they can keep the run going against a Philadelphia team dealing with injuries.
Game setup and team form heading into March 23 clash
The game starts at 7:00 PM ET in Philadelphia. Oklahoma City are favored by 13.5 points and hold a 79.4% win probability. The Thunder lead the league with 118.7 points per game, while the 76ers average 115.3 and allow 116.1.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points on 17-of-27 shooting against Washington in his last outing. After dealing with an abdominal issue earlier in the season, he is now playing without restrictions.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander injury status and season impact vs Philadelphia 76ers (March 23, 2026)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is not listed on the latest injury report. That confirms he is available for this game. The abdominal strain that kept him out before the All-Star break has not returned.
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) (Image via Imagn)
He is averaging 31.6 points per game on 55.3% shooting, along with 6.6 assists.
His role remains central to Oklahoma City’s offense, especially in late-game situations.
Oklahoma City Thunder injury report and expected rotation (March 23, 2026)
Oklahoma City Thunder have few injuries. Ajay Mitchell is out due to suspension, and Thomas Sorber is out for the season with a knee injury. The rest of the main rotation is available.Chet Holmgren, Cason Wallace, Luguentz Dort, Isaiah Hartenstein, and Isaiah Joe are all expected to play. Jalen Williams is also set to return from a hamstring issue.
| Player | Position | Status | Est. Return | Notes |
| Ajay Mitchell | G | Out | Mar 25 | Suspension |
| Thomas Sorber | C | Out | Oct 1 | Knee (season-ending) |
What to expect from the Philadelphia 76ers vs Oklahoma City Thunder matchup (March 23, 2026)
Philadelphia 76ers are missing key players, which affects both scoring and playmaking. Without Embiid and Maxey, their offense is limited against a strong Oklahoma City defense.Also read: Is Joel Embiid playing tonight vs the Oklahoma City Thunder? Latest update on the Philadelphia 76ers star’s injury report (March 23, 2026)For the Oklahoma City Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the scoring, with Holmgren providing support inside. The bench, including Aaron Wiggins and Alex Caruso, adds depth. Based on current form and availability, Oklahoma City are in a strong position to extend their winning streak.
