The league-leading Oklahoma City Thunder face a nationally televised showdown against the San Antonio Spurs tonight, but will have to deal with significant adversity.
A detailed injury report leaves several starters and key rotation players out of action, putting the team’s top quality to the test.
Thunder’s increasing injury absences
Although the Thunder boast the NBA’s best record at 40-11, they will be critically undermanned at Frost Bank Center. The team’s official injury report confirms that the following key players are out:
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Shai Gilgeous Alexander (abdominal strain)
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Chet Holmgren (Lower back cramps)
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Luguentz there (knee inflammation)
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Jalen Williams (thigh strain)
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Isaiah Hartenstein (eye abrasion)
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Alex Caruso (injury management)
This roster represents the core of Oklahoma City’s starting lineup and primary defense and puts tremendous pressure on the remaining roster.
Available players and squad movements
With the trade deadline approaching, the Thunder have been active. They recently purchased a veterans center Mason Plumlee from Charlotte in exchange for Ousmane Dieng and a draft pick. However, Plumlee is reportedly expected to be waived, a move intended to provide more roster flexibility following the earlier acquisition of Jared McClain.
Available players for tonight’s game are expected to include
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Cason Wallace
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Isaiah Joe
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Aaron Wiggins
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Kenrich Williams
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Jaylin Williams
This group will need to step up together to take on a formidable Spurs team that is 33-16.
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Game details and how to watch
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Matchup: Oklahoma City Thunder (40-11) vs. San Antonio Spurs (33-16)
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Time: 8:30 p.m. CT | 9:30 p.m. ET
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Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
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Location: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, TX
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TV channels: ESPN (National broadcast)
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Live stream: Available via ESPN+, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TVor your cable provider’s streaming app.
Today’s game is a big test of the Thunder’s “next man up” philosophy and roster construction. Can they use their depth against a playoff-caliber Spurs, or will injuries finally weaken the league’s best record?
Sources:
Official injury reports and trade details are from the Oklahoma City Thunder And N.B.A Communication. Roster analysis includes reporting from ESPN.
• Official injury report and squad changes: NBA.com
• Match details and broadcast information: ESPN.com
• Trading Details and Analysis: The athlete
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