The Oklahoma City Thunder clinched an important season series with a 129-107 win over the LA Clippers.
After playing it close for the first half, the Thunder’s 35-point third quarter helped them create a double-digit lead that expanded to 22 points in the fourth quarter.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 31 points and eight assists. Jalen Williams totaled 18 points, with 12 coming in the fourth quarter to close it out.
Meanwhile, Kawhi Leonard was limited to 20 points. Paul George struggled with 14 points on 16 shots and James Harden had a quiet 17 points.
Let’s look at some of the best photos from the Thunder’s 22-point win over the Clippers.
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) moves between LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) and center Ivica Zubac (40) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) moves the ball down the court beside LA Clippers forward Paul George (13) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) shoots between LA Clippers guard Amir Coffey (7) and forward Paul George (13) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) shoots a three point basket as LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) defends during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket between LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) and guard Amir Coffey (7) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; An inflatable version of the Oklahoma City Thunder mascot holds a Thunder Win sign after the team defeated the LA Clippers at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) goes up for a dunk against the LA Clippers during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) goes up for a dunk against the LA Clippers during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) defends a drive by LA Clippers guard Brandon Boston Jr. (4) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) steals the ball from LA Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; LA Clippers guard Amir Coffey (7) drives to the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) goes to the basket against the LA Clippers during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Gordon Hayward (33) walks down the court during a time out against the LA Clippers in the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) shoes during the second half against the LA Clippers at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; LA Clippers guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives around Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots as LA Clippers guard Norman Powell (24) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) drives to the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; LA Clippers guard Russell Westbrook (0) moves around Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A close up view of Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams shoes during the second half against the LA Clippers at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A close up of LA Clippers guard Russell Westbrook’s shoes during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) goes to the basket against the LA Clippers during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kenrich Williams (34) shoots as LA Clippers guard Terance Mann (14) defends during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots as LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) defends during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) moves to the basket beside LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) moves the ball around LA Clippers guard Norman Powell (24) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A close up view of Oklahoma City Thunder forward Gordon Hayward’s shoes during the second quarter against the LA Clippers at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) shoots as LA Clippers guard Amir Coffey (7) defends during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Gordon Hayward (33) dribbles the ball down the court against LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; LA Clippers forward Paul George (13) shoots against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; LA Clippers guard Russell Westbrook (0) waves to fans as he enters the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; LA Clippers forward Paul George (13) moves the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) and guard Josh Giddey (3) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) is defended by LA Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) as he moves the ball during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) drives against LA Clippers guard James Harden (1) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
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