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The Oklahoma City Thunder will take on the Utah Jazz tonight at the Delta Center. It is a game between the extremes, the table-toppers will meet the ones languishing at the bottom. While the Thunder will be expected to pick an easy win over the Jazz, it could come as an opportunity for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to register yet another high score and further solidify the MVP contention. SGA has been doing it throughout the season, and it may not be a surprise if he breaches the 50-point mark. However, for him to do that he would have to play and considering he did not feature in the game against the Suns the other day, he may remain out tonight. To draw clarity on the subject, let's take a look at the Oklahoma City Thunder injury report to know whether the star guard will play tonight or not.
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Injury Report
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is unfortunately listed in the injury report released by the Thunder ahead of the game against the Suns. Shai has been ruled out of the game due to a shin injury. Thus, it will be another day when the fans will miss the fireworks from the potential MVP of the season.
While OCT has emerged as a force to be reckoned with this season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's absence could leave a large hole to fill on the day. Alexander's Superman-like figures are enough to support the statement. He has been averaging 32.7 points, 5 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game. He is in his own league this season and only Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokic have somewhat been competitive against him.
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Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report
The Oklahoma City Thunder will face significant challenges against the Jazz on Friday with several key players ruled out due to injuries. Here's the list of players who won't play:
- Forwards:
- Jalen Williams: Out with a hip strain, which has sidelined him indefinitely.
- Ousmane Dieng: Out with a calf injury.
- Chet Holmgren: Out with a back issue.
- Guards:
- Cason Wallace: Out with a shoulder injury.
- Luguentz Dort: Out with a knee injury.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: Out with a shin injury.
- Alex Caruso: Out with a right ankle sprain.
- Centers:
- Isaiah Hartenstein: Out with an Achilles injury.
Nikola Topic, also listed as out, was spotted doing light shooting drills before the Thunder's loss to the Celtics, but his status for Friday's game is tied to his knee injury.
Utah Jazz on the other hand have an equally lengthy injury list. Elijah Harkless, KJ Martin, John Collins, Walker Kessler, and Lauri Markkanen are all out for the game against the Thunder due to various injuries. Isaiah Collier's status is uncertain due to a hamstring issue. Additionally, Cody Williams is out for the season with mono, Jordan Clarkson will miss the rest of the season with plantar fasciitis, and Taylor Hendricks is sidelined after surgery for a broken leg and dislocated ankle.
Despite the injuries, the Oklahoma City Thunder will enter as downright favorites. Utah Jazz's defiance will once again face a major test. Thus, with all to look forward to let's see what transpires in the Thunder vs Jazz game.
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