The Oklahoma City Thunder are hitting the road to face off against the Toronto Raptors this Tuesday, marking their second clash of the season. Their last encounter saw the Thunder narrowly fall short in a tight contest back on January 25th.
Coming off a strong performance, the Thunder (44-14) showcased their prowess with a 121-113 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday. Cason Wallace impressed with a double-double, posting 20 points and 10 assists, while Isaiah Joe contributed 22 points to the effort. However, they continue to battle through injuries, missing key players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams.
On the flip side, the Raptors (34-23) are riding high after a dominant 122-94 win against the Milwaukee Bucks. Immanuel Quickley was on fire, leading the charge with 32 points, and Brandon Ingram added 22 points to seal the deal.
The Thunder's lineup is notably impacted by injuries. They are without the reigning MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, due to an abdominal strain, and Jalen Williams is sidelined with a hamstring strain.
Chet Holmgren is questionable with back spasms, while Ajay Mitchell and Thomas Sorber are also out. Alex Caruso’s status remains uncertain as he deals with an ankle sprain.
The Raptors, meanwhile, are in a relatively stable condition. Jakob Poeltl is out for back strain management, and a few players are on G League assignments, but their core remains intact.
Tipoff in Toronto is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. CT, promising an exciting matchup as both teams look to build on their recent successes.