The Oklahoma City Thunder will take on the Memphis Grizzlies tonight at the Paycom Center. The Thunder registered a resounding win over the Grizzlies the other day. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a rare quiet game in game 1 of the playoffs. The star guard has been consistent throughout the season, and he will be expected to return to the basics tonight. However, he will not be able to have any say if he does not play tonight. So, let's take a look at the Oklahoma City Thunder injury report to know whether Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will play tonight or not.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Injury Report
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is not listed in the injury report released by the Thunder ahead of the game against the Grizzlies. Thus, he will be expected to start tonight.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander emerged as a force to be reckoned with this season. He has been averaging 32.7 points, 5 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game this season. These numbers are MVP-Esque.
Despite a rare failure from SGA, the Oklahoma City Thunder were able to secure a massive win of 131-80. If SGA returns to his usual form, then one could only imagine the margin of the win.
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Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report
While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has is fit to play tonight's game but the same case is not valid with every player of the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Thunder will miss out on the services of Ousmane Dieng (Calf strain) and Nikola Topic (Knee) due to respective injuries.
Memphis Grizzlies on the other hand have three players listed in the injury report.
- Zyon Pullin: Out due to a knee injury
- Jaylen Wells: Out due to a wrist injury and concussion
- Brandon Clarke: Out due to injury on right knee
The Oklahoma City Thunder will enter as standout favorites. However, the Memphis Grizzlies have the ability to come up with something spectacular. With all to look forward to let's see what transpires in the Thunder vs Grizzlies showdown.