Just hours after completing a blockbuster trade, the Thunder hosted the Hornets and Kevin Durant had a career-high 47 points.

But Chris Paul and the Hornets defeated Oklahoma City by a final score of 100-98.

This is the fourth time Durant has scored 40 or more points in a single game.

Only LeBron James and Dwyane Wade have more 40 point games this season.

Via RealGM Staff Report

Oklahoma City Thunder, New Orleans Hornets

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