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Thunder’s Alex Caruso puts media on spot with Spurs rivalry chatter

Ahead of his third Western Conference Finals appearance, Oklahoma City Thunder veteran Alex Caruso addressed the rivalry talk between the defending champions and the San Antonio Spurs. Between the two teams that finished with the best regular-season records, NBA fans have followed the Thunder-Spurs storylines closely. Not many teams have beaten Oklahoma City twice this […] The post Thunder’s Alex Caruso puts media on spot with Spurs rivalry chatter appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LeBron James had 1 request for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after Lakers’ playoff exit

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were swept by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the Western Conference playoffs. Luka Doncic missed the entire postseason with a hamstring strain, and James’ impressive performance was not enough to knock off the defending NBA champions. After the Game 4 loss … The post LeBron James had 1 request for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after Lakers’ playoff exit appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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LeBron James sends touching message to Alex Caruso after Game 4

The Los Angeles Lakers saw their season come to an end on Monday following their Game 4 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Semifinals. The series saw the Lakers pitted against a familiar face in Alex Caruso, who even got into it a bit with some chirping alongside LeBron James while […] The post LeBron James sends touching message to Alex Caruso after Game 4 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mark Daigneault bluntly states Thunder’s philosophy that led to 3-0 lead vs. Suns

PHOENIX — After Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault commended Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for his playoff career-high 42 points in a 121-109 victory in Game 3 against the Phoenix Suns, he addressed his team’s philosophy over the years. Ahead of Game 4, where the Thunder can close out its best-of-7 series with a 4-0 sweep, […] The post Mark Daigneault bluntly states Thunder’s philosophy that led to 3-0 lead vs. Suns appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers Linked To Alex Caruso Reunion Trade This Offseason

The Los Angeles Lakers may have a realistic chance of bringing back Alex Caruso during the upcoming offseason. General Manager Rob Pelinka has prepared to have a lot of cap space available to either sign new talents or trade for a contract other teams will want to unload. The Oklahoma City Thunder is starting to […] The post Lakers Linked To Alex Caruso Reunion Trade This Offseason appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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The hidden gem that helped Lakers find undrafted steals like Austin Reaves

Throughout the past few years, the Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the best in the NBA in terms of finding undrafted gems who end up becoming key contributors in the league. Alex Caruso helped the Lakers win the 2020 NBA title. Austin Reaves is on the verge of a hefty pay-day. Scotty Pippen […] The post The hidden gem that helped Lakers find undrafted steals like Austin Reaves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Alex Caruso playing tonight? Thunder vs. Lakers injury report

Two of the most in-form teams in the NBA will take on each other as the Oklahoma City Thunder host the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday. LA has won 13 of their last 14 games and will defend a four-game winning streak, while OKC have won 15 out of their last 16, and will look […] The post Is Alex Caruso playing tonight? Thunder vs. Lakers injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Alex Caruso bizarrely tries to block a shot using his shoe

Alex Caruso tried (unsuccessfully) to show off his basketball IQ this week. The Oklahoma City Thunder guard Caruso went viral during Tuesday’s game against the Orlando Magic for his highly unusual spark of creativity. In the second quarter at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla., Caruso had his left sneaker come off during live play. That … The post Alex Caruso bizarrely tries to block a shot using his shoe appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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