OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be out of action until after the All-Star break due to an abdominal strain, the team announced Wednesday. The reigning MVP suffered the injury during Oklahoma City's 128-92 win over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night.

Five players remain out for Oklahoma City, but Caruso, Dort and Holmgren are no longer listed ahead of Saturday night’s matchup.

The OKC Thunder started strong, but injuries and tight games pose challenges. Strategic player rotations and improved performance are crucial for a comeback.

Oklahoma City may have shipped off one of its draft picks in a trade deadline move, but the team still has at least two more selections in the 2026 class.

How the Thunder front office has had eyes for sophomore guard Jared McCain long before Thursday's trade deadline.

DENVER (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points and Cason Wallace added a career-best 27, including seven 3-pointers, as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Denver Nuggets 121-111 on Sunday night.