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Clemente Almanza

PHOTOS: Best images from the Thunder’s 124-120 win over the Suns

The Oklahoma City Thunder continue strengthening their playoff chances as they completed a 15-point comeback win against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday, 124-120.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 40 points on 12-of-24 shooting, including 16-of-19 from the free-throw line. Devin Booker was on par as he scored 46 points on 18-of-28 shooting.

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The Thunder used an 18-2 fourth-quarter run to seal the improbable win and finally defeat the Suns after three tries this season. With the impressive win, the Thunder (35-36) return to being just one game below .500.

Let’s look at some of the best photos from the Thunder’s four-point win over the Suns.

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dunks against the Phoenix Suns during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) goes to the basket against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) shoots against Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) goes up for a basket against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives to the basket around Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; The Oklahoma City Thunder Mascot performs during a time out against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A close up view of Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoes during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) and Phoenix Suns forward Ish Wainright (12) fight for a loose ball during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) defends Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; An Oklahoma City Thunder fan cheers on the team against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) goes up for a basket against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) celebrates after scoring a three point basket against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives around Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) and Phoenix Suns center Jock Landale (11) fight for a loose ball during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A detailed view of Phoenix Suns guard Terrence Ross (8) shoes during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne (15) drives around Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Landry Shamet (14) grabs a loose ball from Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Landry Shamet (14) passes the ball over Oklahoma City Thunder forward Lindy Waters III (12) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) goes to the basket in front of Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) gestures after scoring against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) is defended by Phoenix Suns forward Torrey Craig (0) on the way to the basket during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) dunks against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) celebrates after scoring a basket against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots a three point basket as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 124-120. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket between Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and forward Josh Okogie (2) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) is fouled by Phoenix Suns forward Josh Okogie (2) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives against Phoenix Suns guard Damion Lee (10) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A close up view of Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) shoes during the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A detailed view of Phoenix Suns forward Josh Okogie (2) shoes during the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Damion Lee (10) shoes during the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A close up view of Phoenix Suns forward Darius Bazley (55) shoes during the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) goes to the basket against Phoenix Suns forward Darius Bazley (55) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) shoots a three point basket against the Phoenix Suns during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) shoots a three point basket against Phoenix Suns forward Torrey Craig (0) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) gestures after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) goes to the basket against Phoenix Suns center Bismack Biyombo (18) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) goes up for a basket as Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) looks on during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket against Phoenix Suns forward Josh Okogie (2) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) warms up before the start of a game against the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Tre Mann (23) warms up before the start of a game against the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A close up view of Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoes during warm up before the start of a game against the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) warms up before the start of a game against the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 19, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A close up view of Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoes during warm up before the start of a game against the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Jaylin Williams #6 of the Oklahoma City Thunder cheers from the bench after a Thunder basket during the fourth quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after being fouled during the third quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder makes a move towards the basket while Landry Shamet #14 and Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns defend during the third quarter at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Josh Giddey #3 of the Oklahoma City Thunder shoots over Terrence Ross #8 of the Phoenix Suns during the third quarter at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder drives to the basket past Damion Lee #10 of the Phoenix Suns during the second quarter at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns falls after being fouled while attempting a three point basket during the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.  (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns fouls Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder as Gilgeous-Alexander attempts a shot during the third quarter at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder goes up for a shot while Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns defends during the third quarter at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder dunks the ball during the fourth quarter aPhoenix Suns at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns shoots between Aaron Wiggins #21 and Luguentz Dort #5 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder defends while Darius Bazley #55 of the Phoenix Suns collides with Tre Mann #23 of the Oklahoma City Thunder while driving to the basket during the second quarter at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 19: Cameron Payne #15 of the Phoenix Suns, Ousmane Dieng #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder, and Jock Landale #11 of the Phoenix Suns attempt to grab a rebound during the second quarter at Paycom Center on March 19, 2023 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)
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