Alex Caruso News, Rumors, Updates - Oklahoma City Thunder

Steady production off bench Caruso produced seven points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds and three assists over 20 minutes during Wednesday's 124-116 win over Cleveland.

Impact Caruso made the most of his limited offensive opportunities, converting all four free-throw attempts while contributing on the glass and as a facilitator. However, he failed to record a steal or block, limiting his fantasy impact despite finishing with a team-best plus-16 rating. His defensive upside remains appealing in deeper leagues, but his modest scoring role makes him difficult to trust consistently.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared from injury report Caruso (ankle) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Caruso is ready to return from a three-game absence with an ankle sprain. The veteran swingman is primed for a big role from here on out and is worth rostering in all fantasy leagues, given that Jalen Williams (leg) and Cason Wallace (shoulder) are expected to be sidelined at least until the spring.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City against Cleveland after 43-point game

Oklahoma City hosts the Cleveland Cavaliers after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 43 points in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 117-112 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Cleveland plays Oklahoma City, aims for 4th straight home win

Cleveland aims to prolong its three-game home win streak with a victory against Oklahoma City

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Houston and Oklahoma City meet for conference showdown

Houston plays Oklahoma City in a matchup of Western Conference teams

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Cooper Flagg has 26 points, 8 assists as Mavericks beat depleted Thunder 120-96

Cooper Flagg had 26 points and eight assists and P

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

Return timeline uncertain Caruso (ankle) is expected to miss time due to an ankle sprain, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact With Caruso already ruled out for Wednesday's game in Dallas due to an ankle sprain, it sounds like the veteran forward could remain sidelined beyond a one-game absence. That would leave Oklahoma City without one of its key rotation wings for at least the near term, which could force Jared McCain into a big role for the banged-up Thunder.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Wednesday Caruso (ankle) won't play Wednesday in Dallas.

Impact Kenrich Williams and Bennett Stirtz should see a boost with Caruso on the inactive list for Wednesday's game. Caruso's next chance to play will come Saturday in Houston.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City faces Dallas on 3-game win streak

Oklahoma City is looking to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Thunder take on Dallas

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Ajay Mitchell, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander lead injury-riddled Thunder past Suns 125-114

Ajay Mitchell scored a career-high 30 points, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 26 and the short-handed Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Phoenix Suns 125-114

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Won't return vs. Phoenix Caruso won't return to Monday's game against the Suns due to a right ankle sprain, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports. He'll finish with nine points (3-5 FG, 3-5 3Pt), three assist...

Impact Caruso turned his ankle late in the second quarter and won't return in the second half of this one. With the veteran wing out for the remainder of the contest, Bennet Stirtz and Josh Dix will likely see increased burn. Caruso's status will be worth monitoring ahead of Wednesday's game at Dallas.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Thunder guard Alex Caruso assisted to locker room with sprained ankle

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso left Monday night's game against the Phoenix Suns with a sprained right ankle

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Exits to locker room Caruso exited to the locker room in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Suns due to an apparent right ankle injury, Rylan Stiles of SI.com reports.

Impact Caruso appeared to turn his ankle before limping to the locker room. He can be considered questionable to return until more information comes to light.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Strong showing in win Caruso closed Sunday's 108-101 win over the Clippers with 12 points (4-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals over 22 minutes.

Impact Caruso delivered an excellent all-around performance off the bench, leading Oklahoma City in assists while contributing across every major statistical category. With Cason Wallace exiting early due to a left shoulder injury and Jalen Williams suffering a potentially serious leg injury late in the contest, Caruso could see increased playing time and playmaking opportunities in the coming games.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 26 • YOUTUBE

Fills stat sheet in win Caruso closed with seven points (3-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt), four rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal in 20 minutes during Thursday's 96-84 win over Denver.

Impact With back-to-back workloads of at least 20 minutes, Caruso looks to have stitched up a relatively significant role off the bench for the Thunder. As long as he's handling that type of playing time, the defensive-minded swingman should be able to supply a healthy dose of steals and blocks for fantasy managers.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Thunder overcome SGA's shooting woes to beat Nuggets 96-84 in home opener

Jalen Williams scored 21 points, Chet Holmgren had 12 points and 17 rebounds, and the Oklahoma City Thunder withstood a poor shooting night from Shai-Gilgeous-Alexander in their ho...

OCTOBER 23 • Associated Press

Coming off bench Wednesday Caruso is not listed in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Spurs, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Caruso started in the 116-89 loss to the Rockets in the Thunder's final preseason contest. However, as expected, he will return to the bench versus San Antonio.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Kenrich Williams proved bold Alex Caruso claims absolutely right with one single act Kenrich Williams just further proved Alex Caruso's "head of the snake" claims to be correct in Tuesday's preseason win for the OKC Thunder.

OCTOBER 14 • THUNDEROUSINTENTIONS.COM

Starting vs. Indiana Caruso will start Tuesday's preseason meeting with Indiana, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact Chet Holmgren (quadriceps) will remain on the inactive list, opening the door for Caruso to enter the starting five. He'll be joined in the first unit by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Cason Wallace, Jalen Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go vs. Indiana Caruso (rest) is available for Tuesday's preseason game against the Pacers, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact Caruso didn't travel with the Thunder for their loss to Atlanta on Monday, but he'll return to action in the second leg of this back-to-back set. With the veteran swingman back in action, fewer minutes will be available for the likes of Brooks Barnhizer, Josh Dix and Otega Oweh.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Not traveling to Atlanta Caruso (rest) won't play in Monday's preseason game against the Hawks, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Caruso and the rest of the Thunder's regulars won't travel to Atlanta but are expected to suit up Tuesday, when they host Indiana. The veteran wing has averaged fewer than 20 minutes per game in each of his first two seasons in Oklahoma City, but his positive real-life impact has been undeniable.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Caruso will start in Wednesday's preseason matchup with the Bucks, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.

Impact The 32-year-old veteran did not suit up for Tuesday's preseason opener for maintenance reasons, but he's set to make his preseason debut Wednesday evening. He will likely have some minutes restrictions for the exhibition, though.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Wednesday Caruso (rest) is set to play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Bucks, Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact Caruso sat out the Thunder's preseason opener but is set to return Wednesday. The veteran swingman saw a slight dip in playing time last season, averaging 6.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.3 steals in 18.2 minutes per game across 56 regular-season appearances.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Taking Tuesday off Caruso will not play in Tuesday's preseason opener against the Pelicans, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Impact Caruso will still make the trip to Tulsa but is one of several rotation players being held out. The veteran guard should have opportunities to see preseason action later in Oklahoma City's five-game exhibition schedule.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

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Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City against Cleveland after 43-point game

Cleveland plays Oklahoma City, aims for 4th straight home win

Houston and Oklahoma City meet for conference showdown

Cooper Flagg has 26 points, 8 assists as Mavericks beat depleted Thunder 120-96

Oklahoma City faces Dallas on 3-game win streak

Ajay Mitchell, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander lead injury-riddled Thunder past Suns 125-114

Thunder guard Alex Caruso assisted to locker room with sprained ankle

Thunder overcome SGA's shooting woes to beat Nuggets 96-84 in home opener