The Oklahoma City Thunder took advantage of a strong second half to collect a Victory 123-103 against the Toronto Raptors on Friday. The final score is a bit misleading as the competition was close for most of the contest.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 23 points and eight assists while Jalen Williams had 20 points and three steals. Seven Thunder players scored double-digit points.
Meanwhile, the shorthanded Raptors were led by Gradey Dick, who had 21 points. Kelly Olynyk had 16 points, six rebounds and five assists. They committed a game-high 27 turnovers, which led to 37 points for OKC.
The result extended the Thunder’s winning streak to four and the Raptors’ losing streak to nine.
Let’s look at some of the best photos from the Thunder’s 20-point win over the Raptors.
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the net against Toronto Raptors guard Jalen McDaniels (2) and guard Jahmi’us Ramsey (37) during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) goes up to make a basket as Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick (1) defends during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) attempts a play against Toronto Raptors guard Javon Freeman-Liberty (0) during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) dunks a shot against the Toronto Raptors during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter (34) controls the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kenrich Williams (34) during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (left) and Toronto Raptors forward Kelly Olynyk (right) talk after the game at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Mouhamadou Gueye (16) goes up to block a shot by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Ochai Agbaji (30) goes up to make a basket against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) and forward Jalen Williams (8) during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick (1) drives to the net against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; The Toronto Raptors dance team performs during a break in action against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault directs his players during the second half against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) grabs a rebound against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault watches action against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault talks to guard Cason Wallace (22) during a break in action against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick (1) goes up to make a basket against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter (34) rebounds against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Lindy Waters III (12) during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Javon Freeman-Liberty (0) drives to the net against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Kelly Olynyk (41) during player introductions before a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; The shoes worn by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) drives to the net against Toronto Raptors guard Garrett Temple (17) during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) dribbles down the court against the Toronto Raptors during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; A member of the Toronto Raptors dance team performs during the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles up the court in front of Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter (34) during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Gordon Hayward (33) goes to pass the ball as Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick (1) looks on during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) goes up to make a basket against Toronto Raptors forward Jordan Nwora (13) during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) fights with Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick (1) for control of the ball during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) takes control of the ball against Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick (1) during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Josh Giddey (3) drives to the net against Toronto Raptors guard Bruce Brown (11) during the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; A member of the Toronto Raptors dance team performs during the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic diagrams a play before the start of the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault during a press conference before a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
March 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) goes to shoot a basket during warmups before a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
