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Clemente Almanza

PHOTOS: Best images from the Thunder’s 137-128 win over the Warriors

The Oklahoma City Thunder enjoyed one of their most fun wins of the season, 137-128, over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday.

After losing eight consecutive games against the Warriors, the Thunder finally overcame their mental block against the decorated veteran squad.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 33 points on 14-of-24 shooting. Backcourt teammate Josh Giddey also finished with a triple double: 17 points, 11 rebounds and a career-high 17 assists.

Meanwhile, Stephen Curry had 40 points and went 10-of-16 from 3.

Let’s take a look at some of the best photos from the Thunder’s nine-point win over the Warriors.

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) goes to the basket in front of Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) drives against Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) shoots a three point basket against Golden State Warriors guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Dario Saric (9) goes up for a basket against the Golden State Warriors during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots as Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) talks with guard Stephen Curry (30) during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; A detailed view of shoes of Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) reaches for a loose ball during the second half against the Golden State Warriors at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) drives to the basket in front of Golden State Warriors guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) grabs Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; A detailed view of Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) shoes during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) goes up for a basket as Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) defends the shot during the first half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) dunks in front of Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) attempts to steal the ball from Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) on a drive during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole (3) gestures after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) goes to the basket as Golden State Warriors guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) is defended by Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole (3) and forward Draymond Green (23) during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles the ball against the Golden State Warriors during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

March 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (9) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr gestures after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kevon Looney (5) shoes during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault gestures to his team on a play against the Golden State Warriors during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault gestures to his team on a play against the Golden State Warriors during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots as Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) defends the shot during the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) during a time out against the Golden State Warriors in the second half at Paycom Center. Oklahoma City won 137-128. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) goes to the basket as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) defends during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) drives to the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A detailed view of Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) shoes during the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) gestures to his team during a time out against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kevon Looney (5) goes up for a basket between Oklahoma City Thunder forward Lindy Waters III (12) and guard Isaiah Joe (11) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Rex Farmer of Edmond, Oklahoma shot and made a half court shot for twenty thousand dollars during a time out of the Golden State Warriors and Oklahoma City Thunder game at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A close up view of Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) shoes during the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) reacts to an officials call following a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) fist bumps Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) as he walks off the court during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

Mar 7, 2023; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) defends Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
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