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Stephen A. Smith takes Thunder out of title contention after Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace injuries

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Can the Oklahoma City Thunder thrive without Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace? ESPN’s Stephen A Smith isn’t convinced following a devastating opening week. Adding to the unfortunate injury list, Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren is ruled out indefinitely with right knee tendinitis. He underwent a biological treatment that will keep him sidelined for eight to 10 weeks. Coming […] The post Stephen A. Smith takes Thunder out of title contention after Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How Cason Wallace, Jalen Williams’ ‘spirit’ remain with Thunder amidst injuries

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After the Oklahoma City Thunder lost Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace to long-term injuries this week, the team is trying to stay positive despite the two starters’ absences. The Dallas Mavericks handed the Thunder their first loss of 2026-27—a 120-96 rout. On the bench in street clothes, with his left arm in a sling, was Wallace, a […] The post How Cason Wallace, Jalen Williams’ ‘spirit’ remain with Thunder amidst injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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GM Sam Presti teases ‘next steps’ for Thunder after Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace injuries

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OKLAHOMA CITY — As the NBA world speculates about what Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti has up his sleeve after long-term injuries sidelined Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace, it’s still too early to tell. Ty Jerome has already been linked to the Thunder as a potential reunion. The LA Clippers’ need for assets makes […] The post GM Sam Presti teases ‘next steps’ for Thunder after Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ajay Mitchell embraces newfound role after Thunder lose Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace

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OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell led his team to a 125-114 win over the Phoenix Suns. In the same game, Cason Wallace suffered a torn left shoulder against the LA Clippers; things got worse. Jalen Williams was carted off the court with a torn fibula and a dislocated left ankle. In the Thunder’s first […] The post Ajay Mitchell embraces newfound role after Thunder lose Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ajay Mitchell on injury report vs. Mavericks with Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace, Chet Holmgren, Alex Caruso all out

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The Oklahoma City Thunder will be facing the Dallas Mavericks, and it’s hard to tell who will be available to play for them. Over the last few games, the Thunder have lost several of their key players to injuries, and there’s no telling if they’ll be back for the rest of the season. That means […] The post Ajay Mitchell on injury report vs. Mavericks with Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace, Chet Holmgren, Alex Caruso all out appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Could Ajay Mitchell put up All-Star numbers with Jalen Williams out? Kevin O’Connor weighs in

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are going through a challenging stretch after Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace suffered major injuries, possibly sidelining them for the remainder of the season. Williams broke his left fibula and dislocated his left ankle, while Wallace tore his left shoulder. Both went down against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday. The […] The post Could Ajay Mitchell put up All-Star numbers with Jalen Williams out? Kevin O’Connor weighs in appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder Guard Projected To Be All-Star This Season Due To Jalen Williams Injury

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The Oklahoma City Thunder could see the rise of a new All-Star on their roster after the horrific injury of secondary star Jalen Williams.  According to NBA insider and analyst Kevin O’Connor, Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell may turn himself into an All-Star during this season as he is expected to pick up the slack left […] The post Thunder Guard Projected To Be All-Star This Season Due To Jalen Williams Injury appeared first on HEAVY.

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Thunder’s Mark Daigneault celebrates Ajay Mitchell’s ‘unique skill’ in 1st start in place of Jalen Williams

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OKLAHOMA CITY — After Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti confirmed that Jalen Williams will undergo season-ending surgery for a fractured left fibula and a dislocated ankle, Ajay Mitchell got the nod to start for head coach Mark Daigneault. Oklahoma City’s starting guard Cason Wallace is expected to undergo shoulder surgery as well. Without two […] The post Thunder’s Mark Daigneault celebrates Ajay Mitchell’s ‘unique skill’ in 1st start in place of Jalen Williams appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder rumors: Brian Windhorst hints at ‘$14-ish million’ trade chip on way after Jalen Williams injury

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With Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams suffering a significant injury in the 108-101 win over the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday, there’s no denying major concern for the guard after last season’s myriad of issues. As the Thunder deal with Williams’ devastating injury, NBA insider Brian Windhorst pontificates over what the team will do […] The post Thunder rumors: Brian Windhorst hints at ‘$14-ish million’ trade chip on way after Jalen Williams injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder player who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season

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With the 2026-27 NBA season underway, the Oklahoma City Thunder are hoping for another trip to the NBA Finals after a heartbreaking Western Conference Finals loss to the San Antonio Spurs last year. Although the Spurs are young and hungry and hoping to get back to the Finals themselves, the Thunder still have plenty in […] The post Thunder player who will shock NBA world with breakout 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder get rough news on Jalen Williams for Game 7

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The Oklahoma City Thunder will be down a star for Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals. 2025 All-Star Jalen Williams was reportedly ruled out for the do-or-die clash at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. ESPN’s Shams Charania broke the news a full 24 hours before Saturday’s tipoff, which suggests Williams is nowhere close … The post Thunder get rough news on Jalen Williams for Game 7 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Thunder’s Alex Caruso suffers scary ankle roll during Game 5 vs. Spurs

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The Oklahoma City Thunder have been dealing with injuries in their series against the San Antonio Spurs. They came into both Game 4 and 5 without two of their key starters, Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell. Now, one of their key bench pieces might have suffered an injury: Alex Caruso. Caruso seemingly rolled his ankle […] The post Thunder’s Alex Caruso suffers scary ankle roll during Game 5 vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder Announce Ajay Mitchell Injury Status for Game 5 vs Spurs

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The Oklahoma City Thunder have been dealing with injuries to Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell in the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs.The Thunder have officially ruled out Mitchell for Game 5 on Tuesday at the Paycom Center. Mitchell continues to deal with a strained right soleus muscle. He will miss his second […] The post Thunder Announce Ajay Mitchell Injury Status for Game 5 vs Spurs appeared first on HEAVY.

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Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell already ruled out for Game 5 with calf injury

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The Oklahoma City Thunder were without Ajay Mitchell in the 103-82 Game 4 loss to the San Antonio Spurs due to a calf injury he’s had throughout the Western Conference Finals. With Game 5 not tipping off until Tuesday, OKC has reportedly already ruled Mitchell out for that contest. Mitchell, who is 23 years old, […] The post Thunder’s Ajay Mitchell already ruled out for Game 5 with calf injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ajay Mitchell Injury Update: Thunder Deals With Bad News Ahead of Game 5 Vs Spurs

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The OKC Thunder has been in dire need of help around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after a punishing 103-82 loss in Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference on Sunday night. Usually, some of that help comes from Ajay Mitchell. However, he has been out of action since the third quarter of Game […] The post Ajay Mitchell Injury Update: Thunder Deals With Bad News Ahead of Game 5 Vs Spurs appeared first on HEAVY.

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Jalen Williams Injury Update: Thunder Gets Good News Ahead of Game 5

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All Jalen Williams could do was watch as the San Antonio Spurs pummeled the OKC Thunder in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, holding them to their playoffs-worst performance.  However, Williams’ fate can change as a new update from ESPN’s Shams Charania indicated a possible return to action for the former All-NBA player in […] The post Jalen Williams Injury Update: Thunder Gets Good News Ahead of Game 5 appeared first on HEAVY.

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3 Thunder most to blame for shocking Game 4 no-show vs. Spurs

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The Oklahoma City Thunder came into Game 4 with an edge over the San Antonio Spurs after winning Game 3, but they were not able to capitalize. The Spurs walked out with a dominant 102-83 win, and now it feels like they have the momentum as they head on the road for Game 4. It […] The post 3 Thunder most to blame for shocking Game 4 no-show vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Brian Windhorst is sounding ‘alarm’ for Thunder after Game 4 debacle vs. Spurs

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The Oklahoma City Thunder have no time to wallow in their loss to the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 in the Western Conference Finals. They need to dust it off and play better in Game 5 at Paycom Center on Tuesday, although it is easier said than done. With Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell […] The post Why Brian Windhorst is sounding ‘alarm’ for Thunder after Game 4 debacle vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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