Without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Oklahoma City Thunder failed to steal a road game in a 124-115 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Friday.
Out of the All-Star break, the Thunder have lost two consecutive games.
Isaiah Joe led the way for the Thunder with a career-high 28 points while Jalen Williams contributed with 22 points. Meanwhile, the Suns — without Kevin Durant — were led by Devin Booker with 25 points.
Chris Paul also finished with 16 points and six assists.
Josh Giddey and Lu Dort both struggled as they shot a combined 8-of-31 (25.8%) shooting.
Let’s take a look at some of the best photos from the Thunder’s nine-point loss.
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) celebrates a three point shot against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) celebrates with teammates against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) moves the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 24: Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder attempts to pass against Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Footprint Center on February 24, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) slam dunks the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne celebrates a three point shot against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Tre Mann (23) against the Phoenix Suns in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (left) and guard Devin Booker against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) reacts against the Phoenix Suns in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Torrey Craig (0) blocks the shot Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) in the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) controls the ball against Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Dario Saric (9) battles for a rebound against Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (right) and guard Devin Booker against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Dario Saric (9) against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) celebrates a three point shot against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) talks to Chris Paul (3) against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) drives to the basket against Phoenix Suns forward Torrey Craig (0) in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) moves the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) controls the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault reacts against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (left) drives to the basket against Phoenix Suns forward Torrey Craig in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 24: Head coach Mark Daigneault of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center on February 24, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 24: Luguentz Dort #5 of the Oklahoma City Thunder drives against Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Footprint Center on February 24, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 24: Kenrich Williams #34 of the Oklahoma City Thunder and Josh Okogie #2 of the Phoenix Suns fight for a loose ball during the second half at Footprint Center on February 24, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 24: Cameron Payne #15 of the Phoenix Suns reacts after a foul call during the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Footprint Center on February 24, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 24: Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns and Dario Saric #9 of the Oklahoma City Thunder fight for a loose ball during the first half at Footprint Center on February 24, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 24: Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns greets assistant coach Dave Bliss of the Oklahoma City Thunder before the game at Footprint Center on February 24, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
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