The Oklahoma City Thunder had a 126-109 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday. The wire-to-wire victory saw the reigning NBA champions lead by as many as 30 points, with the latter making runs in the middle quarters to make it somewhat interesting.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 23 points and eight assists in three quarters. Chet Holmgren scored an efficient 26 points. Lu Dort scored 17 points. Isaiah Hartenstein had 16 points, seven rebounds and six assists.

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Meanwhile, Jeremiah Fears scored an efficient 24 points. Trey Murphy III had 18 points and five rebounds. Derik Queen had nine points and eight rebounds.

Let’s look at some of the best photos from the Thunder’s 17-point win over the Pelicans:

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Bryce McGowens (11) fights for position against Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Bryce McGowens (11) fights for position against Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after scoring during the fourth quarter of the NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – NOVEMBER 17: Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after scoring during the fourth quarter of the NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) passes against New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) passes against New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Isaiah Hartenstein (55) during warmups before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Isaiah Hartenstein (55) during warmups before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) brings the ball up court against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) brings the ball up court against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder Head Coach Mark Daigneault looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder Head Coach Mark Daigneault looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots against New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots against New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) dribbles against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) dribbles against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during warmups before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during warmups before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder Head Coach Mark Daigneault looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder Head Coach Mark Daigneault looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Karlo Matković (17) Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Karlo Matković (17) Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) dribbles against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) dribbles against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Micah Peavy (14) shoots a jump shoot against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Micah Peavy (14) shoots a jump shoot against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans Interim Head Coach James Borrego looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans Interim Head Coach James Borrego looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) dribbles against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) dribbles against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Referee Natalie Sago (9) holds the ball during a time out during the game between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Oklahoma City Thunder the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Referee Natalie Sago (9) holds the ball during a time out during the game between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Oklahoma City Thunder the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts after a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts after a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) passes the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) passes the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Karlo Matković (17) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans forward/center Karlo Matković (17) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) passes the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) passes the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Chet Holmgren (7) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts after a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) reacts after a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Branden Carlson (15) seeks medical attention for a bloody nose after a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Branden Carlson (15) seeks medical attention for a bloody nose after a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) talks to the media after the win against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) talks to the media after the win against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (8) poses for a picture after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (8) poses for a picture after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) and guard Brooks Barnhizer (23) and forward Ousmane Dieng (13) pose for a picture after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) and guard Brooks Barnhizer (23) and forward Ousmane Dieng (13) pose for a picture after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) walks to the locker room after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) walks to the locker room after the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Nov 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Derik Queen #22 of the New Orleans Pelicans shoots over Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the third quarter of the NBA game at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – NOVEMBER 17: Derik Queen #22 of the New Orleans Pelicans shoots over Chet Holmgren #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the third quarter of the NBA game at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Cason Wallace #22 of the Oklahoma City Thunder shoots over Hunter Dickinson #4 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter of the NBA game at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – NOVEMBER 17: Cason Wallace #22 of the Oklahoma City Thunder shoots over Hunter Dickinson #4 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter of the NBA game at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder racts after shooting a three-point basket during the third quarter of the NBA game at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – NOVEMBER 17: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder racts after shooting a three-point basket during the third quarter of the NBA game at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Head coach Mark Daigneault of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on during the third quarter of the NBA game at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – NOVEMBER 17: Head coach Mark Daigneault of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on during the third quarter of the NBA game at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder shoots over Bryce McGowens #11 and Derik Queen #22 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter of the NBA game at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – NOVEMBER 17: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder shoots over Bryce McGowens #11 and Derik Queen #22 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the first quarter of the NBA game at Smoothie King Center on November 17, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

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