The trio of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren highlighted the win.
Gilgeous-Alexander totaled 37 points, eight assists and seven rebounds. Williams scored a career-high 36 points. Holmgren added 22 points, five rebounds and four blocks.
The duo of Williams Holmgren combined for 27 fourth-quarter points to close the win.
Meanwhile, the Knicks were led by Julius Randle, who had 25 points. Jalen Brunson had 24 points and seven assists.
Let’s look at some of the best photos from the Thunder’s nine-point win over the Knicks.
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots between New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) and forward Julius Randle (30) during the second half at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) celebrates after scoring a three point basket against the New York Knicks during the second half at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) gestures after scoring a three point basket against the New York Knicks during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) reacts to an official’s call during the second half against the New York Knicks at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) reacts after a play against the New York Knicks during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) shoots a three point basket as New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) shoots against New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) during the second half at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) shoots between New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) and center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) during the second half at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots against the New York Knicks during the second half at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; A close up view of Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) shoes during the second half against the New York Knicks at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) dribbles the ball down the court against the New York Knicks during the second half at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau watches his team play the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec. 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) shoots beside New York Knicks guard Quentin Grimes (6) during the second half at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) drives around New York Knicks guard Immanuel Quickley (5) during the second half at Paycom Center. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) drives to the basket beside New York Knicks guard Immanuel Quickley (5) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) shoots beside New York Knicks guard Immanuel Quickley (5) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) drives to the basket against New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) yells to the bench to review a play during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (30) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; An Oklahoma City Thunder Girl performs during a time out against the New York Knicks in the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) drives against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kenrich Williams (34) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (30) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) shoots as New York Knicks guard RJ Barrett (9) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) moves to the basket between Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) and forward Kenrich Williams (34) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New York Knicks guard Immanuel Quickley (5) moves against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) reacts after an officials call during the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New York Knicks guard RJ Barrett (9) drives around Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; The Oklahoma City Thunder dance crew performs during a time out against the New York Knicks at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau talks with his team before the start of a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder fans cheer for their team against the New York Knicks during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
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