Oklahoma Cty got just enough breaks to upset Orlando, 97-75. The pace of play was clearly dictated by Orlando, showing who was the better team. But Oklahoma Cty came up with the right plays at the right times to convert more scoring chances and come away with the win.

"We got our share of luck today," acknowledged Oklahoma Cty coach Bob. "They pretty much dictated the game but we were able to get the job done when it mattered. Smith really helped us out there; we couldn't have pulled it off without him."

Oklahoma Cty was led by Smith (28 points, a steal, a block), Owens (19 points, 2 blocks), Wilson (14 points, 5 boards, 0 assists, 3 blocks). Orlando was led by Rausch (13 points, 12 boards, 0 assists, a block), George (14 points, 6 boards, 2 assists, a block), Avery (15 points).

Oklahoma Cty improve to 19-28 and 13-9 at home. They stay at #3 in the Northwest and remain at #9 overall in the Western Conference. Orlando fall to 25-23. They remain at #3 in the Southeast and hold at #10 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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