nba Game Recap
Thunder Down Charlotte 141-106 - Match Report
The battle between the Thunder and Hornets didn't turn out to be much of a battle at all as Charlotte was handed a 141-106 defeat on Friday at Paycom Center.
Oklahoma City was the ATS victor, as they covered the -20.5-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 219.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Oklahoma City got 30 points from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and another 14 points from Chet Holmgren. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributed 9 assists, while Isaiah Hartenstein cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
The Hornets got a 20-point performance from Miles Bridges, who was supported by 14 points from Nick Smith Jr.. KJ Simpson had 8 assists in a losing cause for Charlotte, while Jusuf Nurkic grabbed 9 rebounds.
Oklahoma City led at halftime, 66-49.
Oklahoma City won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 43-29.
Oklahoma City heads into a battle against the Clippers. Charlotte, meanwhile, will have their next action against Miami.