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Thunder Vs. Bucks: Oklahoma City Blows Past Milwaukee In Quest For First Place

Looking to move into sole possession of first place in the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder disposed of the Bucks in Milwaukee by a 109-89 score. The win moved the Thunder a half-game ahead of the San Antonio Spurs, who are playing in Utah tonight.

Russell Westbrook led all scorers with 26 points, along with seven rebounds and three assists. Kevin Durant scored 19 points and had four rebounds and eight assists. James Harden chipped in 16 points, Thabo Sefolosha had 14 points and seven steals and Serge Ibaka had 13 points and five blocks.

The Thunder offense got back on track, shooting 48.1 percent from the field and making 23 of 25 free-throw attempts. The Thunder defense also played well, holding the Bucks to 42.5 percent shooting, including 31.6 percent from three-point range.

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