Thunder's record against the Eastern Conference with 28 wins and 1 loss sets NBA record, aiming for 29-1

April 1 , in an NBA regular season game that ended today , the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Chicago Bulls 145-117 , once again demonstrating their strong dominance this season. This victory allowed the Thunder to reach an amazing 28 wins and 1 loss against Eastern Conference teams this season, officially breaking the NBA history record for the most wins by a single team against another division in a single season .

Previously, this record was held by three teams, namely the Los Angeles Lakers (27 wins and 3 losses) in the 1999-00 season, the Dallas Mavericks (27 wins and 3 losses) in the 2006-07 season, and the Golden State Warriors (27 wins and 3 losses) in the 2015-16 season. Now, the Thunder has surpassed these legendary teams and become the team with the most wins against another region in a single season in NBA history. What is more noteworthy is that they have the opportunity to continue to break this record.

The Thunder has shown great stability against Eastern Conference teams this season, with their only loss coming against the Cleveland Cavaliers. In addition, in the final of the NBA Mid-Season Tournament (NBA Cup), the Thunder lost to the Milwaukee Bucks, but that game was not counted in the regular season record, so it did not affect their official record against Eastern Conference teams. When facing other Eastern Conference opponents, the Thunder can play at a high level in almost every game, whether it is the efficient output on the offensive end or the active fighting on the defensive end, making them an obstacle that Eastern Conference teams cannot overcome.

The Thunder's success is inseparable from their young core lineup. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has played at an MVP level this season, averaging around 30 points per game and scoring at critical moments. In addition, the Thunder's young forward Chet Holmgren has performed well on both offense and defense, and his ability to protect the rim makes the team more solid on the defensive end. Role players such as Josh Keady and Jaylen Williams also contributed important energy in the game, allowing the Thunder to find a way to win when facing teams of different styles.

The Thunder's achievement is not only an improvement in their single-season record, but also shows their rise in the league. As a young team, the Thunder is no longer a "future star" in reconstruction, but a Western powerhouse with championship potential. Not only have they performed well against Eastern Conference teams this season, they have also maintained a high ranking in the competition within the Western Conference, and are expected to become a very threatening team in the playoffs.

Next, the Thunder will face the Detroit Pistons at home, which will be a key battle for them to hit a 29-1 record. The Pistons have a poor record this season and are far inferior to the Thunder in terms of combat power, but they may still pose some challenges to the Thunder in the game. If the Thunder can maintain their form and win this game smoothly, they will further refresh their own records and consolidate their unique position in NBA history.

For Thunder fans, the team's performance this season is undoubtedly exciting. Compared with the rebuilding period in the past few seasons, the Thunder has now demonstrated mature team basketball and continues to create new historical records. Facing the Pistons, can the Thunder continue to write legends and complete the feat of 29 wins and 1 loss? The answer will be revealed soon.