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Caruso's Playoff Spark: Can He Reignite OKC's Title Defense?
17 Apr
Summary
- Caruso's playoff minutes and scoring increased significantly last postseason.
- His defensive intensity with two steals per game was crucial last year.
- Caruso's shooting percentages have dipped this current season.
Oklahoma City is preparing to defend its championship title, and the team is looking to veteran guard Alex Caruso for a repeat of his crucial playoff performance from last season.
During last year's postseason, Caruso significantly increased his minutes and production, averaging 9.2 points on efficient shooting, and was a defensive menace with two steals per game and a 105.2 defensive rating. His veteran leadership was a key factor in the team's championship run.
However, Caruso's statistics have declined this current season. He played in 56 games, averaging 6.2 points with his worst field goal percentage since the 2021-22 season and a career-low from three-point range at 29.3%.
Despite the regular season struggles, the Thunder are optimistic that Caruso, in his eighth league year, will elevate his game for the postseason, as he has done previously, providing the crucial spark needed for another deep playoff run.
