Nov 7, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) battles for position with Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) in the second quarter at the Golden 1 Center.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are hoping to start NBA Cup play with a win and bounce back from their first loss of the season suffered on Wednesday. The Thunder will miss two starters and key rotational figures in this one.