The Oklahoma City Thunder are still looking for the first win of the season after three losses to divisional foes.
In their latest game, the Thunder fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves once again, 116-106.
For the Thunder, it was a battle of nutrition as much as a war of attrition as much as it was a war on the basketball court. By the start of the fourth quarter, the Thunder were without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, Josh Giddey and Jalen Williams.
For the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards led the way with 30 points after being limited to 11 points in the first time out between both teams.
Here are some of the best photos from the Thunder’s home opening loss.
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Luguentz Dort (5) looses the ball on a drive between Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jaylen Nowell (4) and guard Jordan McLaughlin (6) during the second half at Paycom Center. Minnesota won 116-106. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Tre Mann (23) is defended by Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) on a drive to the basket during the second half at Paycom Center. Minnesota won 116-106. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Eugene Omoruyi (97) goes to the basket around Minnesota Timberwolves forward Wendell Moore Jr. (7) during the second half at Paycom Center. Minnesota won 116-106. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl (50) shoots as Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) defends the shot during the second half at Paycom Center. Minnesota won 116-106. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Anthony Edwards (1) celebrates after scoring against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Minnesota won 116-106. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) dribbles the ball around Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) during the second half at Paycom Center. Minnesota won 116-106. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault reacts to a play against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at Paycom Center. Minnesota won 116-106. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Ousmane Dieng (13) dribbles the ball down the court ahead of Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jordan McLaughlin (6) during the second half at Paycom Center. Minnesota won 116-106. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) dunks over Oklahoma City Thunder center Mike Muscala (33) during the second half at Paycom Center. Minnesota won 116-106. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Anthony Edwards (1) drives to the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kenrich Williams (34) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Anthony Edwards (1) shoots a three point basket as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Luguentz Dort (5) looks on during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) is guarded by Oklahoma City Thunder forward Ousmane Dieng (13) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) reacts after dunking against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Anthony Edwards (1) goes up for a basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2022; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Aleksej Pokusevski (17) goes through warm ups before a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
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