ALEX DUCAS NEWS

Plays 14 minutes in return Ducas (quadricep) recorded two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist across 14 minutes Friday in the Thunder's 145-111 win over the Jazz.

Impact The two-way player made his first appearance at the NBA level or in the G League since March 21, after a left quad strain had kept him out for the last three weeks. Ducas typically hasn't been included in the rotation when available for the Thunder, but he was able to pick up double-digit minutes Friday due to Oklahoma City resting seven key regulars with minor injuries. With the Thunder having already secured the league's top record, expect more regulars to rest or play limited minutes in Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Pelicans, leaving the door open for Ducas to see extended run.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Ducas (quadriceps) has been cleared to play Friday against the Jazz.

Impact Ducas will be available for the first time since March 21 after recovering from a left quad strain. While Ducas wouldn't normally be a candidate for minutes given his current spot in the rotation, he could get an opportunity to play Friday considering OKC is electing to sit many of its key contributors.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Utah takes on Oklahoma City after overtime win

Utah hosts the Oklahoma City Thunder following the Utah Jazz's 133-126 overtime win over the Portland Trail Blazers

APRIL 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains out Wednesday Ducas (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Suns.

Impact Ducas will miss a 10th consecutive game for the Thunder while trying to work his way back from a left quadriceps strain. The next chance for him to return to the floor will be Friday against the Jazz.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City against Phoenix after 42-point performance

Oklahoma City visits the Phoenix Suns after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points in the Thunder's 136-120 win over the Los Angeles Lakers

APRIL 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Listed as out for Tuesday Ducas is out for Tuesday's game against the Lakers due to a left quadriceps strain.

Impact Ducas hasn't played in eight consecutive games, and he'll remain absent Tuesday. Ducas has logged 5.1 minutes per game over 19 appearances with the Thunder in 2024-25, so his absence doesn't leave much playing time on the table for other members of the rotation.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Ducas (quadriceps) is out for Sunday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Ducas hasn't suited up for the Thunder since March 21, and the former Saint Mary's standout has been limited to just four appearances and 25 total minutes since the All-Star break. He's not expected to have a sizable role in the rotation even if deemed healthy.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City faces Los Angeles, aims for 7th straight home win

Oklahoma City heads into a matchup with Los Angeles as winners of six consecutive home games

APRIL 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out vs. Houston Ducas (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Ducas will miss a seventh straight game for the Thunder while dealing with a strained right quadriceps. The next chance for him to return to the floor will be Sunday against the Lakers.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City faces Houston, aims for 12th straight road win

Oklahoma City enters a matchup against Houston after winning 11 straight road games

APRIL 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Another absence coming Ducas (quadriceps) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Pistons.

Impact Ducas' absence streak will extend to six games Wednesday due to a right quadriceps strain. The rookie guard's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Houston.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City faces Detroit, aims for 11th straight win

Oklahoma City takes on Detroit looking to continue its 10-game win streak

APRIL 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play Monday Ducas (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Ducas will miss his fifth straight game due to a right quadriceps strain. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against Detroit.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City takes on Chicago, seeks 10th straight victory

Oklahoma City hosts Chicago aiming to continue its nine-game win streak

MARCH 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play against Indiana Ducas (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Ducas will miss a fourth straight game for Oklahoma City as he continues to nurse a strained right quadriceps. The next opportunity for the rookie guard to return to the floor will be Monday against the Bulls.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City faces Indiana, seeks 9th straight win

Oklahoma City hosts Indiana aiming to extend its eight-game win streak

MARCH 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains out Thursday Ducas (quadriceps) is out for Thursday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Ducas will miss a third straight game due to a right quadriceps strain. His absence shouldn't impact many fantasy decisions.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Oklahoma City plays Memphis, seeks 8th straight victory

Oklahoma City aims to prolong its seven-game win streak with a victory against Memphis

MARCH 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Oklahoma City visits Sacramento, seeks 60th win of season

Oklahoma City will look for its 60th win this season when the Thunder visit the Sacramento Kings

MARCH 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remaining out for Tuesday Ducas (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Kings.

Impact Ducas will miss his second consecutive contest due to a right quadriceps strain. His next chance to play will come Thursday against the Grizzlies.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Sunday Ducas has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Clippers due to a right quad strain.

Impact After appearing in only one of the Thunder's previous 13 games, Ducas has made two straight appearances at the NBA level, totaling 20 minutes during Oklahoma City's blowout wins over the 76ers and Hornets. Ducas' absence shouldn't have a major impact on the rotation, but the Thunder could be down two starters if Luguentz Dort, who's listed as questionable with a hip injury, joins Jalen Williams (hip) on the sidelines again.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Enters rotation Wednesday Ducas (back) logged 14 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's 133-100 win over the 76ers, finishing with three points (1-2 FG, 1-1 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and one steal.

Impact The two-way player made his first appearance at either the NBA or G League level since March 2 after recently missing time with a back injury. Ducas is averaging just 5.0 minutes per game over 18 appearances with the Thunder on the season. Still, he could see more opportunities at the NBA level over the final few weeks of the regular season, while Oklahoma City occasionally looks to rest key players in advance of the playoffs.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Plays two minutes in return Ducas (back) played the final 2:18 of Friday's 126-101 win over the Knicks, scoring zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and recording no other statistics during his time on the court.

Impact One of Oklahoma City's two-way players, Ducas made his first appearance for either the NBA club or the G League's Oklahoma City Blue since Nov. 21, as he had been sidelined for nearly two months with a lower back sprain. Ducas will likely continue to find himself outside of the Thunder's rotation in competitive games, though he should see extended minutes during his stints with the Blue.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday vs. Milwaukee Ducas (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's NBA Cup Championship game against the Bucks, Rylan Stiles of FanSided.com reports.

Impact Ducas has been dealing with a lingering lower back sprain, and a clear timeline for his return has yet to be established. Ducas didn't play more than three minutes in any of his four regular-season appearances, so his return won't make a significant impact on the Thunder's rotation.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Ducas (back) is out for Saturday's NBA Cup Semifinals against the Rockets.

Impact Ducas has been dealing with a nagging back sprain and doesn't have a clear timetable for his return. Even when he does return, he shouldn't play a big role in the rotation.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE