LAS VEGAS -- If a record or a trophy is within the Oklahoma City Thunder 's reach, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wants it.

That includes a potential pursuit of the NBA's record of 73 wins set by the 2015-16 Golden State Warriors .

"Absolutely," Gilgeous-Alexander said at Friday's NBA Cup media availability when asked if that record meant anything to him and his teammates. "Winning matters. And no matter what form it looks like to me. So absolutely."

The Warriors' record has become a topic of discussion around the Thunder recently because the defending champions are off to such a historic start. Oklahoma City is 24-1 entering Saturday's NBA Cup semifinals matchup with the San Antonio Spurs , matching that 2015-16 Golden State team for the best record ever through 25 games.

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