All-NBA forward Jalen Williams returned to the Thunder lineup in a 123-103 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, marking the team's 12th straight win and improving its record to 15-1 since the All-Star break. Williams had been out of 26 of the previous 28 games due to a right hamstring strain, which had cost him several weeks and cost several more. He also revealed that his surgically repaired right wrist, which delayed his start to the season by over a month, is now 100% healed and feels better than it ever has. This has been a difficult season for the Thunder, with injuries affecting their ability to defend their title. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the favorite to win the league's Most Valuable Player, has missed 12 games and is facing a potential penalty of 65 games for end-of-season awards eligibility. Despite the injuries, Williams believes the depth of the team is a blessing in disguise as the team continues to improve.