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The NBA’s Sunday night schedule features 11 exciting games as the league begins to define its tiers of quality. We’re focusing on a Western Conference matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Phoenix Suns, who are competing to join the upper echelon of the Western Conference.
The Oklahoma City Thunder (5-4) are coming off of a loss in their last match, dropping them to sixth in the West and within a game of .500. The Phoenix Suns (4-5) have struggled with their early-season injury issues, currently sitting ninth in the Western Conference table.
Two teams with aspirations of joining the best in the Western Conference expect an exciting matchup between the Thunder and the Suns. All odds are presented by FanDuel Sportsbook. When you sign up at FanDuel Sportsbook today, you’ll receive $150 in bonus bets if you win a $5 wager on a money line!
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The Phoenix Suns and the Oklahoma City Thunder aim to rebound from recent losses, each facing challenges – the Thunder as a developing team and the Suns coping with early-season injuries. While there's plenty of time in the season, both teams strive for higher standings in the short term.
The Thunder excel offensively, ranking 9th in points per game (116.4), 3rd in field goal percentage (49.0%), and 7th in three-point shooting (37.6%). Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, averaging 28.8 points, the team boasts a balanced attack with four other starters averaging over 12.0 points per game. All five of the Thunder's regular starters are posting double-digit points averages.
In contrast, the Suns' offensive production is more modest, averaging 113.2 points (15th in the NBA) and shooting 46.1% from the field. With Booker and Beal sidelined, Durant has taken the lead, scoring 30.2 points per game.
Both teams face defensive challenges, with Phoenix ranking in the bottom third in points allowed per game. Regarding injuries, Kenrich Williams is out for the Thunder, while Beal and Gordon are probable for the Suns, but Booker and Lee remain unavailable.
Jusuf Nurkic has embraced his role with the Phoenix Suns. He may have taken on more responsibility than expected to open the season due to the injuries to Bradley Beal and Devin Booker. In nine games, Nurkic has averaged 10.9 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game - second only to Devin Booker, who has played just two games.
Through his nine matches played, Nurkic has collected 10 or more rebounds three times. Since replacing Deandre Ayton, Nurkic has been the Suns’ number-one option in the frontcourt this season. While solid, he could be more efficient in his production. His playmaking has been a bonus, showing how well he has fit into the new-look Suns’ offense.
Nurkic only played the Thunder once last season, and he put up a modest 12.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.0 assists in 23 minutes played. He now faces an Oklahoma City team that averages just 41.3 rebounds per game (25th in the NBA) while allowing 47.4 to their opponents (26th in the NBA). Nurkic should have a great night on the glass against the Thunder’s slight frontcourt.
Rookie sensation Chet Holmgren has been fantastic through his early-season performance with the Oklahoma City Thunder. While there’s still plenty of room to grow, he’s impressed by averaging 16.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.3 blocks, and 1.7 threes per game on 55.4% from the field and 50.0% from three. Healthy and encouraged to contribute to an energetic Thunder team, Holmgren has been impressive.
Holmgren has hit two or more threes four times in his nine appearances. He failed to hit a three in his last match, a loss to the Kings, but he will see a favorable matchup tonight. While he’ll be at a disadvantage on the defensive end, Holmgren will have plenty of opportunity in this matchup when he’s on the offensive side of the ball.
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Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns
Where: Footprint Center, Phoenix. Arizona
When: 8:00 PM EST, Sunday, November 12, 2023
TV: Bally Sports OK, Suns Live, Suns Live, Arizona's Family 3TV / Arizona's Family Sports
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