The Oklahoma City Thunder will visit the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday, November 9th, with several key players sidelined.
Luguentz Dort is listed as questionable with a right upper trap strain, while Thomas Sorber, Nikola Topic, Aaron Wiggins, Jalen Williams, and Kenrich Williams are all out due to various injuries and surgical recoveries.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to lead the Thunder, averaging 33 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists per game, with Chet Holmgren contributing 18.8 points and 8.8 rebounds. The team holds a 9-1 record, including a 5-1 mark on the road, and is coming off a dominant win against Sacramento.
Memphis faces its own injury challenges. Santi Aldama is questionable with left shoulder soreness, Brandon Clarke and Zach Edey are sidelined for surgery recovery, and Ty Jerome is out with a right calf strain. PJ Hall, GG Jackson, Olivier-Maxence Prosper, and Javon Small are probable, mostly due to G League assignments.
Ja Morant leads the Grizzlies with 20.1 points and 7.9 assists per game, while Jaren Jackson Jr. averages 17 points and 5.3 rebounds. The Grizzlies are 4-6 overall and 3-4 at home, coming off a 118-104 victory over Dallas in their last outing.
The Thunder’s depth will be tested with multiple starters unavailable, relying on Holmgren, Gilgeous-Alexander, and supporting players like Ajay Mitchell and Isaiah Hartenstein. Hartenstein has posted 12.9 points and 11.7 rebounds per game, providing a strong presence in the paint.
Sunday’s matchup at FedExForum is set for 6:00 PM ET. Both
