The Oklahoma City Thunder enter Monday’s matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans with several rotation notes that shape their depth for a divisional road contest at Smoothie King Center.
Oklahoma City lists multiple names on its latest injury report. Alex Caruso is questionable with right hand soreness as the staff evaluates his availability closer to tip-off.
Thomas Sorber remains sidelined as he continues recovery from right ACL surgery. Nikola Topic also sits out while progressing through post-surgical rehabilitation.
Aaron Wiggins is unavailable due to a left adductor strain. Jalen Williams continues recovering from right wrist surgery, and Kenrich Williams stays out with left knee surgical recovery.
New Orleans has yet to file its injury report, and its final list is expected closer to game time. Tip-off is set for 8:00 p.m. ET.
The Thunder arrive with a 13-1 record through 14 games. They picked up a 121-92 home win over the Lakers on November 12 and followed with a 109-96 victory against the Hornets on November 15.
The Pelicans hold a 2-11 mark after 13 contests. Their recent slide includes a 104-118 loss to the Lakers on November 14 and a 106-124 defeat to the Warriors on November 16.
These teams met once earlier this season on November 2. Oklahoma City controlled that outing with a 137-106 home rout behind strong transition play and efficient half-court spacing.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads OKC at 32.6 points per game. He also tops the roster with 6.6 assists and adds 5.1 rebounds, anchoring early offense and late-clock creation.
Chet Holmgren supports with 19.3 points and 8.2 boards. Isaiah Hartenstein supplies 12.7 points while leading the glass at 11.2 rebounds per outing. Ajay Mitchell posts 16.7 points and 3.9 assists as a secondary ballhandler.
Zion Williamson fronts New Orleans scoring at 22.8 points per game. He adds 4.6 assists and 6.8 rebounds to support interior matchups against OKC’s length.
Trey Murphy III contributes 19.8 points and paces the Pelicans on the boards with 6.9 rebounds. Jeremiah Fears averages 14.6 points and 2.9 assists in expanded backcourt duties. Saddiq Bey adds 12.4 points and 4.8 rebounds from the wing.
