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Veteran Caruso Shines Amidst OKC Injury Woes
13 Nov
Summary
- Alex Caruso started and scored 14 points with efficient shooting.
- Caruso grabbed seven rebounds, had two assists, and three steals.
- Injuries to key players are forcing Caruso into a larger role.
The Oklahoma City Thunder experienced a recent setback, losing back-to-back games against the Portland Trail Blazers, including a 118-108 defeat on Wednesday. This latest loss was compounded by the absence of several key players, including Ajay Mitchell, Jaylin Williams, Cason Wallace, Jalen Williams, and Chet Holmgren.
In response to these significant player absences, veteran Alex Caruso was inserted into the starting lineup. He delivered a notable performance, scoring 14 points with impressive shooting efficiency, making 67% from the field and 80% from beyond the arc. Caruso also contributed across the board with seven rebounds, two assists, and three steals.
This elevated role for Caruso, who has often been strategically saved for the postseason, is becoming a recurring theme due to the Thunder's extensive injury list. While the team may still manage his minutes due to a thin depth chart, his capacity to perform when needed is crucial for OKC's playoff seeding this season.
