PHOTOS: Best images from the Thunder’s 137-132 loss to the Hawks
Defense was optional in Wednesday’s game between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Atlanta Hawks.
The Hawks ultimately pulled out the road win as they defeated the Thunder, 137-132.
It was a matchup headlined by star guards drafted in 2018. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 36 points on 13-of-22 shooting and Trae Young finished with 33 points and 11 assists.
The Hawks finished with four other players scoring at least 10 points.
Besides Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams also had another great night in the paint and finished with 24 points on 11-of-16 shooting.
Let’s take a look at some of the best photos from the Thunder’s five-point loss to the Hawks.
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) celebrates after dunking against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault talks with forward Jalen Williams (8) during the first half against the Atlanta Hawks at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles the ball against Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) reacts after an officials call following a play against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) drives against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kenrich Williams (34) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) reacts after a play against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (13) defends a shot by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots as Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (13) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) and Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) fight for a loose ball during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) dribbles the ball around Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray (5) and Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) reach for a loose ball during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) drives to the basket as Atlanta Hawks forward AJ Griffin (14) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles the ball down the court against Atlanta Hawks guard Aaron Holiday (3) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) celebrates after dunking against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) goes to the basket against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) dribbles the ball against Atlanta Hawks center Clint Capela (15) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) reacts after a basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) drives against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) defends Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (20) during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles the ball against Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Bogdan Bogdanovic’s shoes during the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) shoes during the first half against the Atlanta Hawks at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) talks with forward AJ Griffin (14) during a timeout against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) gestures to his team during a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 25, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Atlanta Hawks head coach Nate McMillan talks with his team before the start the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
