
In one of the most stunning results of the season, the Hornets upset the Thunder 124-97 on the defending NBA champions’ home turf.
The Hornets and Thunder were tied 33-33 at the end of the first quarter before Charlotte outscored Oklahoma City 66-38 over the second and third quarters to pull away. The Hornets secured twice as many defensive rebounds as the Thunder, and despite committing three times as many turnovers as Oklahoma City, they were able to cruise to victory.