The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the host Phoenix Suns, 111-99, at Footprint Center on Sunday.

While there were 12 ties and 16 lead changes in this game, Oklahoma City closed on a 17-4 run over the final 5:21 to prevail. That capped off a 31-13 fourth quarter, with their largest lead being the final 12-point margin. Oklahoma City shot 49 percent from the field and 37 percent from three-point range while holding Phoenix to 38 percent from the field and 31 percent from long range. The Thunder recorded 23 assists to seven turnovers, while the Suns had 20 assists to 17 turnovers. They also outscored them in the paint, 50-38, and in fastbreak points, 14-6.

The Thunder (6-4) were led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, collecting 35 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Jalen Williams amassed 31 points and two steals. Chet Holmgren tallied 18 points, six rebounds, four assists and two blocks, while Josh Giddey generated 10 points, six rebounds, 10 assists and two blocks. The six bench players combined for eight points.

The Suns (4-6) were led by Kevin Durant, finishing with 28 points, nine rebounds, four assists and two blocks. Bradley Beal totaled 15 points, eight rebounds and five assists. No other starter had more than eight points or one assist. Drew Eubanks led the bench with 15 points and five boards.

On deck for Oklahoma City is a home matchup with the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday. As for Phoenix, they return to action on Wednesday in a home matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves.