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Thunder's final game: A farewell for three players
13 Apr
Summary
- Three two-way players will see final action in Sunday's regular-season finale.
- Lu Dort may play limited minutes to secure All-Defensive team eligibility.
- The game offers a final audition for players before the offseason.
Oklahoma City is preparing for their final regular-season game, which will also be the last appearance for three players on the team. Having clinched the league's best record, the Thunder have little at stake against the Phoenix Suns. However, this matchup is significant for a few individuals.
Lu Dort is expected to play limited minutes, potentially around 20, to qualify for an All-Defensive team selection. The remaining active players will likely see increased opportunities, including two-way players Branden Carlson, Brooks Barnhizer, and Payton Sandfort, who are ineligible for the playoffs.
This final game serves as a crucial audition for Carlson, Barnhizer, and Sandfort before the offseason. Both Carlson and Barnhizer have had notable moments due to injuries this season, with Carlson scoring 23 points and Barnhizer adding 14 in a recent game. Sandfort also contributed eight points in his recent appearance.
With a standard contract spot filled, the future for these two-way players remains uncertain. They will likely bring extra intensity to Sunday's game, seeking to make a lasting impression as their season concludes.
