Photos: Best images from Thunder's 104-95 win over Pelicans

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Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) and New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Saddiq Bey (41) get into an argument during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

The Oklahoma City Thunder got a badly-needed 104-95 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday. It snapped a two-game losing streak as the reigning NBA champions struggle with injuries.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 29 points and six rebounds. Chet Holmgren had 20 points, 14 rebounds and five blocks. Lu Dort had 12 points and eight rebounds. Isaiah Joe scored 17 points.

Meanwhile, Zion Williamson was quiet with 21 points and 11 rebounds. Saddiq Bey had 16 points and 13 rebounds. Trey Murphy III scored 10 points.

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

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) drives to the basket around New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Chet Holmgren (7) drives around New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Micah Peavy (14) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Isaiah Joe (11) gestures after a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Chet Holmgren (7) pulls Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) away from a scuffle with New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Chet Holmgren (7) passes against New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) and forward Herbert Jones (2) fight for the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Saddiq Bey (41) moves the ball as Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Kenrich Williams (34) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) walks away from a scuffle with New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) fights for control of the ball against New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) and forward Herbert Jones (2) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) is taken off the court after a fight with Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) at the end of the game at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Chet Holmgren (7) blocks a shot by New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) is escorted away from a scuffle with New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) is pulled away from a scuffle with Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) at the end of the game at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) screams after scoring against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) goes up for a basket as New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) passes in a loose ball as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) defends during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots as New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Saddiq Bey (41) defends during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) reacts to an officials call after a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center/forward Chet Holmgren (7) shoots over New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket beside New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) shoots a three point basket against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots as New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) defends the play during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) drives to the basket between Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) and forward Ousmane Dieng (13) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) drives to the basket against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) passes as New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2) defends during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) goes up for a basket between Oklahoma City Thunder guard Aaron Wiggins (21) and guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) drives past Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams (6) during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) drives around Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) attempts to steal the ball away from New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Saddiq Bey (41) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Derik Queen (22) shoots against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Jan 27, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears (0) drives past Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the second quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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