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Cason Wallace • PG • Thunder

Cason Wallace Ruled Out For Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Wallace appears to have picked up a left knee contusion during their last game and as a result he'll sit this one out. His absence should mean increased roles for Alex Caruso and Kenrich Williams on Tuesday. Williams will move into the starting unit, but Caruso remains the better streaming option between the two for Tuesday's slate.

3 hours ago

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Available On Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (hip) is available to play ahead of Tuesday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Holmgren appears ready to go after missing Sunday's contest due to the hip issue. There is no word on Holmgren being limited, but his minutes have fluctuated recently anyway. Fantasy managers in season-long formats can get Holmgren back into their lineups on Tuesday. Alex Caruso will head to the bench, but should still have a significant role with the second unit.

3 hours ago

Jalen Williams • SF • Thunder

Jalen Williams Questionable Against Kings

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (hip) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Sacramento Kings. He has missed six games due to a right hip strain. While Williams seems to be getting closer to his return, he might still be out on Tuesday. During Williams' absence, Cason Wallace has started regularly, providing solid value across the board. He has averaged 12.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 2.0 steals in 29.9 minutes over his last five appearances.

15 hours ago

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Listed As Questionable For Tuesday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (hip) may be sidelined for a second consecutive game on Tuesday against the Sacramento Kings, as the team lists him as questionable on the injury report. Holmgren was a late scratch on Sunday against the Los Angeles Clippers due to a left hip strain, and he could miss additional time because of the injury. With Holmgren out on Sunday, Alex Caruso made a rare start and delivered a solid two-way performance, finishing with 14 points, six rebounds, five assists, and two steals. Additionally, Holmgren's absence creates more playing opportunities for Jaylin Williams and Kenrich Williams.

15 hours ago

Cason Wallace • PG • Thunder

Cason Wallace Available On Friday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (shoulder) is available ahead of Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. Wallace is back in action following a one-game absence due to right shoulder strain. Wallace has seen an increased role lately with 27 minutes or more in each of his last four games. The 21-year-old has been productive with his extra playing time, so Wallace should continue getting 25-plus minutes per night. His return should mean less streaming appeal for Alex Caruso and Isaiah Joe.

4 days ago

Cason Wallace • PG • Thunder

Cason Wallace Considered Questionable Against Hornets

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (shoulder) draws a questionable tag for Friday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. He's dealing with a shoulder strain that could force him to miss a second consecutive game. Since Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be back for this game, the Thunder could decide to play it safe given their opponent. If Wallace doesn't suit up, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins are likely available in most fantasy leagues and have produced solid numbers for streaming options. On Wednesday night, Joe posted 21 points, five assists, and three rebounds while Wiggins contributed 26 points, six assists, and four rebounds.

4 days ago

Luguentz Dort • SF • Thunder

Luguentz Dort Sidelined On Friday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Luguentz Dort (hip) has been ruled out of Friday's matchup with the Charlotte Hornets due to a hip impingement. This will be the third consecutive missed game for Dort, but the Thunder have already clinched their division and hold a 12.5-game lead for the first seed, so they'll likely be cautious leading into the playoffs. If Cason Wallace (questionable - shoulder) doesn't play, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins should remain in the starting five. In their last game, Joe posted 21 points, five assists, and three rebounds while Wiggins collected 26 points, six assists, and four rebounds.

4 days ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander • PG • Thunder

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Off The Injury Report

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is off the injury report for Friday's matchup with the visiting Hornets. SGA is having an MVP-caliber year, averaging a career-high 33.0 points with 6.2 assists, 5.0 rebounds, 1.8 steals, and 1.0 blocks. He took the night off to rest when OKC played the 76ers on Wednesday night, allowing Isaiah Joe to move into the starting lineup and finish with 21 points while shooting 5-for-9 from behind the three-point line. His absence also enabled Jaylin Williams to amass an impressive 19-point, 17-rebound, 11-assist triple-double. With Jalen Williams (hip) and Luguentz Dort (hip) ruled out, there should be room in the rotation for Williams and Joe to remain involved. However, it will likely be business as usual against Charlotte, with Gilgeous-Alexander commanding the offense.

5 days ago

Cason Wallace • PG • Thunder

Cason Wallace Out Against 76ers

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (shoulder) will not be in action on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. He will sit out the game due to a right shoulder strain after the team downgraded Wallace's status from questionable to out. With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (rest) also unavailable on Wednesday, Isaiah Joe, Alex Caruso, and Aaron Wiggins should get plenty of extra work in the Thunder backcourt. Wiggins erupted for 30 points the last time Oklahoma City was without several of its regulars.

6 days ago

Isaiah Hartenstein • C • Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein Sits Out Wednesday's Game

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (back) will be inactive on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The team has downgraded him from questionable to out, as low back spasms will prevent Hartenstein from suiting up for the game. This means Chet Holmgren is expected to take on much of the frontcourt work, while Jaylin Williams and Kenrich Williams will see extra time on the court. Both players have previously excelled in similar situations and should be considered solid streaming options.

6 days ago

Jalen Williams • SF • Thunder

Jalen Williams Not Ready To Return Wednesday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (hip) will remain sidelined on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. He is trying to recover from a right hip strain but will need more time to do so. This will be Williams' fourth consecutive absence. The Thunder have a long list of absentees, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (rest), which opens up playing time for Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, and Kenrich Williams. Meanwhile, Chet Holmgren could end up being the only available regular starter, and his offense usage should get a boost.

6 days ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander • PG • Thunder

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander To Rest On Wednesday

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (rest) will not be in action on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The team plans to rest him for the matchup, with Gilgeous-Alexander sitting out a game for only the third time this season. Luguentz Dort (hip) and Jalen Williams (hip) also won't play, leaving OKC without three starters for the contest. In this situation, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins are likely to be asked to shoulder a heavier workload. There may be even more playing time available for the Thunder bench, depending on the statuses of Cason Wallace (shoulder) and Isaiah Hartenstein (back), who are both listed as questionable on the injury report.

6 days ago

Aaron Wiggins • SG • Thunder

Aaron Wiggins Returns To Action Against Bucks

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Aaron Wiggins (illness) has overcome a questionable designation and will play in Sunday's intriguing matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. He has been cleared to return to the lineup after missing Saturday's game against the Detroit Pistons due to an illness. Wiggins was a starter in his most recent appearance and could return to the first unit against Milwaukee after Luguentz Dort (hip) was injured in Saturday's contest. In 21 starts this season, Wiggins has averaged 13.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.0 steals.

Mar 16

Luguentz Dort • SF • Thunder

Luguentz Dort Will Miss Sunday's Game

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Luguentz Dort (hip) will not suit up for Sunday's matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. The highly-rated defender suffered a hip injury in Saturday's contest against the Detroit Pistons. Dort's exit from the lineup opens up a starting spot for Sunday's game. It may be filled by Aaron Wiggins (illness) if he shakes off a questionable tag before the game. Isaiah Joe and Alex Caruso are also among the candidates to start.

Mar 16

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Ready For Action Sunday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (rest) will return to the lineup on Sunday against the Milwaukee Bucks. The team has not included him on the injury report after Holmgren was rested for Saturday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Kenrich Williams got the start in Holmgren's place and did a decent job with a 10-point, five-rebound effort. He will likely return to the second unit for Sunday's game. In his most recent outing, Holmgren had a big performance against the Boston Celtics, recording 23 points, 15 rebounds, two assists, and one block in a 118-112 win.

Mar 16

Jalen Williams • SF • Thunder

Jalen Williams Unavailable Against Bucks

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (hip) will remain out of the lineup for a third consecutive game on Sunday against the Milwaukee Bucks. He injured his right hip at the start of the week and hasn't yet fully recovered. Cason Wallace has made back-to-back starts since Williams' exit from the lineup. He was very impressive in Saturday's win over the Detroit Pistons, supporting star man Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with 20 points. Isaiah Joe has also played a larger role lately, sinking five triples over the past two games while averaging 11.0 points in 29.0 minutes.

Mar 16

Chet Holmgren • C • Thunder

Chet Holmgren Resting Versus Detroit

Oklahoma City Thunder center Chet Holmgren (rest) is out on Saturday against the Pistons. After spending nearly two months on the shelf, the 22-year-old has sat out at least one game in back-to-back contests, so he'll likely be good to go on Sunday versus Milwaukee. Jalen Williams (hip) is still out while Aaron Wiggins (illness) is questionable. As such, Isaiah Hartenstein and Kenrich Williams may take care of business at the four and five spots while getting more scoring opportunities behind Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luguentz Dort.

Mar 15

Jalen Williams • SF • Thunder

Jalen Williams Still Out On Saturday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (hip) won't play on Saturday in Detroit. He strained his right hip in a recent loss to Denver and wasn't available for the 118-112 win over the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night. Aaron Wiggins (illness) got the start, although he went scoreless in 20 minutes of action. But with Wiggins questionable and Chet Holmgren (rest) out, Kenrich Williams, averaging 7.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in two starts this season, could find himself in the starting lineup. However, with OKC down two of the team's top scorers, Williams should be more productive, even if Wiggins is available.

Mar 15

Alex Caruso • SG • Thunder

Alex Caruso Ruled Out On Wednesday Night

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso (illness) won't play on Wednesday against Boston. He's missed 23 games this season. But the 30-year-old is sidelined versus the defending champs because of an illness. However, OKC won't play again until Saturday in Detroit, so there's a chance he'll feel better by then. Caruso has averaged only 6.5 points this season, down from the 2023-24 campaign. Still, his absence will be felt the most on the defensive end. Without Caruso on the floor, Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins, and Cason Wallace may see more action.

Mar 12

Jalen Williams • SF • Thunder

Jalen Williams Will Not Play Against Celtics

Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's big matchup against the Boston Celtics. Williams sustained a right hip strain in Monday's meeting with the Denver Nuggets. On Monday, Cason Wallace started the second half instead of Williams, putting in a solid performance with 12 points, eight assists, and three steals. With Williams unavailable, Alex Caruso and Isaiah Joe may also carry greater workloads on Wednesday.

Mar 12

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