Oklahoma City Thunder showed resilience and determination to pull off an impressive 150-117 victory over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night, 3rd January 2023, despite missing three key players. The Thunder played the Boston Celtics, the Eastern Conference’s top team, without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Aleksej Pokusevski, and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl. on Tuesday night. However, the lack of their star players did not stop the Thunder from performing, as Josh Giddey led the way with 27 points. Luguentz Dort followed with 23 points and five assists, while Isaiah Joe, Tre Mann, and Jalen Williams had 21 points each.
In a game that showcased their depth and togetherness, the Thunder put on a show as seven players posted double-digit scoring numbers. It was a complete team effort as they outdid the Celtics in all four quarters, proving that they can still be a force to be reckoned with even without their star players. The Thunder has now confirmed that they are not to be taken lightly and can show up on any night to put on a show. Their performance on Tuesday, 3rd January 2023, is a testament to their team chemistry and commitment to achieving success as a unit. The Thunder’s impressive victory over a top team in the Eastern Conference shows that they are still a formidable power in the NBA. With a strong roster and an experienced head coach in Mark Daigneault, the Thunder will be looking to make a postseason run this year.