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As the Oklahoma City Thunder prepare to face off against the Orlando Magic at the Kia Center on February 14th, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive performance streak. The Thunder have shown a strong trend of winning, with an 18-9 record that includes recent victories over formidable opponents.


ORLANDO, FL - JANUARY 4: Jalen Williams #8 of the Oklahoma City Thunder dribbles the ball against the Orlando Magic on January 4, 2023 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

In their last game against the Los Angeles Lakers, despite a loss with a score of 120-129, the Thunder demonstrated resilience and offensive firepower. They led for just over three minutes but managed to keep pace with high-scoring quarters. Their two-point field goal percentage was an impressive 61 percent, and they capitalized on second-chance points by scoring 17 out of possible opportunities.


The previous game saw them dominate the LA Clippers with a commanding scoreline of 134-115. The Thunder controlled that game for nearly its entirety, leading for over 46 minutes and achieving their largest lead of 20 points. Their shooting was particularly effective; they boasted a field goal percentage of nearly 59 percent and were successful on almost half of their three-point attempts.


ORLANDO, FL - JANUARY 4: Markelle Fultz #20 of the Orlando Magic goes to the basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder on January 4, 2023 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Against the Memphis Grizzlies, OKC showcased defensive prowess alongside offensive efficiency in a convincing win (116-97). They led for more than forty-one minutes and built up an imposing lead that peaked at thirty-one points. The team excelled in converting turnovers into points, adding thirty-one to their tally from such situations.


The upcoming match promises to be exciting as Oklahoma City looks to leverage its momentum against Orlando's home-court advantage. Fans can expect another display of strategic playmaking and robust defense as they aim for another victory away from home.


ORLANDO, FL - JANUARY 4: Markelle Fultz #20 of the Orlando Magic shoots the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder on January 4, 2023 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

The action unfolds at Kia Center in Orlando on February 14th at midnight GMT (7:30 PM EST), broadcasted nationally by TNT on channel number two hundred forty-five. Fans should not miss what promises to be an electrifying encounter between these two teams.

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