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Charlotte Falls 109-96 to Thunder - Recap
Charlotte was victimized by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for 33 points as the Thunder defeated the Hornets 109-96 in NBA action on Saturday.
The Thunder earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -17.0-point spread. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 223.5 were rewarded with a winning wager.
Chet Holmgren had 25 points for Oklahoma City and Ajay Mitchell chipped in with 14 points. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 7 assists for the Thunder, while Isaiah Hartenstein was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Charlotte got 15 points from Miles Bridges in a losing cause and another 13 points from Collin Sexton. KJ Simpson contributed 5 assists for the Hornets, while Moussa Diabate had 11 rebounds.
The Thunder hit the break winning 55-52 before taking care of business in the second half.
Oklahoma City had a 49-43 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Oklahoma City looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Pelicans. The Hornets will aim to get back on the winning track at Toronto.