The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the visiting Milwaukee Bucks, 125-107, at Paycom Center on Friday evening.

The Thunder took advantage as the Bucks were without Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) and Damian Lillard (groin), as they jumped out to a strong start and led, 41-34, after one quarter. The hosts kept the pressure on and added another 10 points to their advantage, taking a 17-point cushion into the break. The Bucks picked up their play in the third but could only trim it to a 12-point difference entering the final quarter. The Thunder reclaimed control in the fourth and confidently closed out their fourth straight win.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 23 points, seven rebounds, three assists and a block, in 29 minutes. Chet Holmgren followed up with 22 points, nine rebounds, three assists, a steal and three blocks, while Jalen Williams logged 17 points, two rebounds, five assists, a steal and a block.

Meanwhile, Brook Lopez and Khris Middleton totaled 18 points each to lead the Bucks. Malik Beasley added 17 points, two rebounds and two assists, while Bobby Portis finished with four points, eight rebounds, three assists and a blocks.

The Bucks (49-32) will look to bounce back as they take on the Magic in Orlando on Sunday. The Thunder (56-25) play host to the Mavs on Sunday.