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Thunder crush Nets 105-86 in vital victory

The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a 105-86 win over the Brooklyn Nets, overcoming a slow start and a rare technical foul from coach Mark Daigneault to secure a much-needed victory.

Nikola Topic highlighted the fast break, helping the Thunder overcome a sluggish first quarter. After Mark Daigneault received a technical foul for arguing a non-call, Oklahoma City exploded for a 17-3 run to take control, entering halftime with a 50-33 lead.

The Thunder maintained their composure in the second half to close out the 19-point victory. Tensions flared in the third quarter with double technicals between Alex Caruso and Noah Clowney, but Oklahoma City held on for the win.