Thunder extend win streak to 8; raptors down pistons, mavericks surprise cavs

Oklahoma City's championship mettle was put to the test again Monday as they defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-103, securing their eighth consecutive victory.

Thunder outlast timberwolves

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge with 20 points, while rookie Chet Holmgren delivered a stellar performance with 21 points and nine rebounds.

In Minneapolis, the Thunder used a strong second half to outpace the Timberwolves, who struggled to find their rhythm, with Anthony Edwards managing just 6-of-17 from the field for 19 points.

Mavericks upset cavaliers in cleveland

In a stunning upset, the Dallas Mavericks took down the Eastern Conference-leading Cavaliers 130-120 in Cleveland, snapping a two-game losing streak.

Jalen Flagler led the way with 27 points, 10 assists, and a +15 plus/minus, while Reggie Bullock chipped in 25 points off the bench as the Mavericks shot 50% from beyond the arc.

Raptors hold off pistons for crucial win

In a bounce-back performance, the Toronto Raptors edged the Detroit Pistons 119-108, maintaining their sixth seed in the Eastern Conference playoff picture.

Scottie Barnes led the way with 27 points, seven rebounds, and six assists, while Brandon Ingram added 34 points, including 6-of-8 from three-point range, in the win.

Cunningham's 33 points weren't enough for the Pistons, who fell to 48-19 and lost ground in the race for home-court advantage in the playoffs.