The Oklahoma City Thunder have seen Alex Caruso gain comfortability with the team in recent weeks. His game against the Utah Jazz flashes playoff potential for the OKC Thunder.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 37 points, eight rebounds, eight assists and three steals to help the West-leading Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 130-123 on Sunday night to open a home-and-home set.
The Oklahoma City Thunder lost the fourth quarter 41-19 and fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves 131-128 in its first overtime game of the season. Anthony Edwards blocked Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's layup attempt with 13 seconds remaining in overtime.
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Caruso (hip) recorded eight points (3-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt), six assists, three rebounds and two steals across 18 minutes in Friday's 130-107 win over the Jazz.
The Thunder leads the NBA in fewest points allowed (104.6) and defensive efficiency (1.018), per TeamRankings.com. Caruso's role off the bench supports a nucleus led by two-way players such as MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, All-Star Jalen Williams, and a towering force between Chet Holmgren and Hartenstein in the starting frontcourt.
The Oklahoma City Thunder silenced critics with a dominant win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, setting up a crucial rubber match in OKC as they continue their push for an NBA title.
Although OKC Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the MVP frontrunner, he knows his team has the ability to win it all — and that's most important.
Caruso missed the Thunder's final game before the All-Star break with a hip issue, but the veteran guard will be able to return to the hardwood Friday. That said, and even though he brings a lot to the table on the defensive end,
If you get lucky enough to do that, expect to be met by Alex Caruso or Cason Wallace — both high-end defenders in their own right. If you catch another lucky break and get a clear lane to the basket,
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points on 13-for-24 shooting from the field, grabbed eight rebounds and dished eight assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder held on for a 130-123 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night in Minneapolis.