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Hornets Crush Thunder 124-97, Ending Strong Start

1/7/2026

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Hornets Crush Thunder

The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 124-97, marking the Thunder's worst loss of the season.
Brandon Miller of the Charlotte Hornets scored 28 points.
Kon Knueppel of the Charlotte Hornets scored 23 points.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder scored 21 points on 33 percent shooting.
The Thunder started the season 24-1 and have now dropped to 30-7, raising concerns about their recent performance.

History

Historical Context

The 1995–96 NBA season marked a historic achievement for the Chicago Bulls, who set a record with 72 wins, led by Michael Jordan's MVP performance. This dominance culminated in their fourth championship, defeating the Seattle SuperSonics in the Finals. The season also highlighted the competitive landscape of the league, with teams like the Utah Jazz and Orlando Magic emerging as formidable contenders.

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Hornets Crush Thunder

The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 124-97, marking the Thunder's worst loss of the season.
Brandon Miller of the Charlotte Hornets scored 28 points.
Kon Knueppel of the Charlotte Hornets scored 23 points.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder scored 21 points on 33 percent shooting.
The Thunder started the season 24-1 and have now dropped to 30-7, raising concerns about their recent performance.

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