PHOTOS: Best images from the Thunder’s 121-107 win over the Nets
Continuing to strengthen their playoff hopes, the Oklahoma City Thunder completed a 16-point comeback against the Brooklyn Nets in a 121-107 win on Tuesday.
OKC’s young core led the win. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points on 12-of-24 shooting, Jalen Williams scored 23 points on 8-of-10 shooting, Lu Dort scored 24 points on 6-of-11 shooting from 3 and Josh Giddey collected a triple double of 15 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists.
Meanwhile the Nets were led by the duo of newcomers Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson. Bridges finished with 34 points on 11-of-23 shooting and Johnson finished with 23 points.
Let’s take a look at some of the best photos from the Thunder’s 14-point win over the Nets.
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives between Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) and guard Spencer Dinwiddie (26) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) shoots as Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (2) defends the shot during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 12, 2023; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) looks to the pass the ball during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; The Oklahoma City Thunder bench reacts after a basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Mikal Bridges (1) is defended by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) high fives his team during introductions before a game against the Brooklyn Nets at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) celebrates after scoring a three point basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) and Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) reach for a loose ball during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Mikal Bridges (1) drives against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (2) shoots against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A close up view of Brooklyn Nets forward Mikal Bridges (1) shoes during the first quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets head coach Jacque Vaughn gestures to his team after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Mikal Bridges (1) gestures after scoring a three point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie (26) drives to the basket as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) defends during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts to an officials call following a play against the Brooklyn Nets during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Mikal Bridges (1) drives to the basket around Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A close up view of Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) shoes during the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) shoots as Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) defends the shot during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) fights to control the ball between Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) and guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles the ball down the court against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) runs down the court against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) goes to the basket as Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (28) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) shoots a three point basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie (26) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A detailed view of Brooklyn Nets forward Royce O’Neale (00) shoes during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) is defended by Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (2) on a drive to the basket during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Dario Saric (9) goes to the basket against Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) goes to the basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) shoots as Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (2) defends the shot during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder Mascot shoots t-shirts out of a canon to fans during a time out against the Brooklyn Nets in the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A detailed view of Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) shoes during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) goes up for a basket as Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (28) defends the basket during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) goes up for a basket against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) shoes during the second half against at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 121-107. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
