The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Phoenix Suns 121-109 in the third game of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. OKC takes a commanding 3-0 series advantage over Phoenix, having a chance for a sweep in the desert Monday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points on 83.3% shooting in the win. He added on eight assists and four rebounds to his box score. The MVP favorite's 42 points marked a playoff career-high. OKC won all but one of the quarters, with a one-point loss in the third period being the outlier. Lu Dort drilled a corner 3-pointer with one minute remaining to put the Suns' comeback push to bed. Here are three takeaways from the Thunder's Game 3 win. Apr 25, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives on Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie (12) in the first half during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images | Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images 1.…