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Thunder Host Suns in Season Opener
27 Oct
Summary
- Thunder host Suns on Monday, marking their first 2026-27 season matchup.
- Thunder guard Jalen Williams suffered a severe leg injury Sunday.
- Suns guard Devin Booker scored 43 points in a recent win.
The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to host the Phoenix Suns on Monday, marking the initial encounter between these two teams in the 2026-27 regular season. The Thunder, holding an undefeated 3-0 record, are playing the second game of a home back-to-back. They secured a 108-101 victory against the LA Clippers on Sunday.
However, the Thunder's recent win was marred by a severe leg injury to Jalen Williams, who required a stretcher. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was a standout performer in that game, scoring 34 points and grabbing six rebounds.
The Phoenix Suns enter the matchup with a 1-1 record. They are coming off a 131-122 win over the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. Devin Booker was instrumental in that victory, contributing 43 points and seven assists.
Both teams are facing significant injury challenges. The Thunder will be without Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, Cason Wallace, Nikola Topic, and Thomas Sorber. The Suns' injury report includes Oso Ighodaro as doubtful, with Mark Williams and Drew Timme also out.
