The Oklahoma City Thunder played from behind the entire way in their 105-98 in-season tournament loss to the Sacramento Kings on Friday. The seven-point loss drops OKC’s group record to 0-2.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way for the Thunder with 33 points on 14-of-25 shooting. The rest of OKC’s starters struggled as the second-leading scorer was Jalen Williams with 14 points.
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Chet Holmgren was limited to 12 points and seven rebounds.
Without De’Aaron Fox, All-Star center Domantas Sabonis collected a triple-double of 17 points, 13 rebounds and 13 assists. Kevin Huerter had 28 points on 11-of-19 shooting.
Let’s look at some of the best photos from the Thunder’s seven-point in-season tournament loss to the Kings.
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) looks on during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) walks off the court after the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) dunks the ball against Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Sasha Vezenkov (7) is interviewed after the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; The Sacramento Kings light the beam in celebration of their victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) is guarded by Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis (23) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder dribbles the ball against Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis (23) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter (9) dribbles the ball up the court during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) talks with guard Malik Monk (0) during the fourth quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots the ball over Sacramento Kings guard Davion Mitchell (15) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings dancers perform during the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault looks on during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes (40) dunks the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter (9) fights for the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes (40) shoots the ball over Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots the ball against Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts after a play during the second quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) controls the ball against Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis (23) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter (9) shoots the ball over Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown instructs his players during the second quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings mascot Slamson performs during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) drives to the basket against Sacramento Kings guard Chris Duarte (3) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles the ball up the court during the first quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA;Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket against Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) is defended by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) and Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) fight for a rebound during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) drives to the basket against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) warms up before the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 10, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; A view of the Sacramento Kings long the court at Golden 1 Center before the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
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