Caruso totaled zero points (0-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and three steals in 17 minutes during Thursday's 127-108 victory over the Wizards.
Although he failed to score, Caruso managed to produce a few steals to keep his fantasy value afloat. Through three appearances, the veteran guard has produced averages of 5.3 points, 2.7 assists, 2.0 rebounds, 2.3 steals, 0.7 blocks and 1.3 three-pointers in 23.5 minutes per night.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Removed from injury report
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Caruso (concussion) is not listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Kings.
Following a three-game absence while in the concussion protocol, Caruso is set to return to the floor. Oklahoma City is still missing Jalen Williams (wrist) and Isaiah Joe (knee), however, so the Thunder could need Caruso to handle significant playing time until they get healthier in the backcourt and on the wing.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Out for Monday
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Caruso (concussion) is out for Monday's game against the Mavericks.
Caruso will miss a third straight game as he remains in concussion protocol. Cason Wallace and Aaron Wiggins will likely see large roles in Caruso's absence.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: In concussion protocol
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Caruso has been put in concussion protocol Wednesday, Rylan Stiles of SI.com reports.
Caruso is set to miss some time after suffering a concussion in the season-opening win over the Thunder on Tuesday. There is no predetermined timetable for his return to the floor, as he must be symptom-free before resuming basketball activities. Cason Wallace, Isaiah Joe (knee) and Aaron Wiggins could see a boost in minutes in Caruso's absence.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Strong two-way performance
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Caruso finished Tuesday's 125-124 double-overtime victory over the Rockets with eight points (3-9 FG, 2-6 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals in 30 minutes.
Despite coming off the bench, Caruso delivered a typical performance, coming up with some crucial plays on both ends of the floor. While he did manage to log upwards of 30 minutes, the coaching staff would certainly like to limit his playing time most nights in the hope of preserving him for the backend of the season.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Won't start Tuesday
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Caruso won't start in Tuesday's game against the Rockets, Lachard Binkley of SI.com reports.
Caruso will retreat to the bench after starting in Oklahoma City's final two preseason games. With Jalen Williams (wrist) sidelined, Cason Wallace will get the starting nod in the team's regular-season opener.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Off injury report for Opening Night
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Caruso (ankle) is off the Thunder's injury report for Tuesday's game against the Rockets, Rylan Stiles of SI.com reports.
Caruso will suit up in the Thunder's regular-season opener after exiting Thursday's preseason finale with an apparent ankle injury. The 31-year-old swingman is expected to receive an uptick in playing time against Houston due to Jalen Williams (wrist) and Isaiah Joe (knee) being sidelined.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Exits preseason game early
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Caruso (ankle) totaled three points (1-3 FG, 1-3 3Pt) and one rebound across 11 minutes in Friday's 94-91 preseason win over the Nuggets.
Caruso started in the Thunder's preseason finale Friday but wasn't at his sharpest, making just one shot and committing three turnovers before exiting with an ankle injury, Daniel Bell of BlackSportsOnline.com reports. While details remain limited, there's currently no indication the issue is serious, and an update on his status should come before Tuesday's regular-season opener against the Rockets.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Starting Tuesday
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Caruso is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's preseason matchup with the Bucks, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Caruso is back from a rest day and will resume his usual role in the first unit, which will result in Aaron Wiggins heading back to the bench. Joining Caruso in the starting five will be Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Cason Wallace, Luguentz Dort and Isaiah Hartenstein.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Out vs. Indiana
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Caruso is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against the Pacers due to rest-related reasons.
Caruso will once again rest for a preseason tune-up, as the Thunder don't have to see what he can bring to the table before the start of the regular season. His next chance to suit up will come against the Bucks on Tuesday in another preseason contest.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Good to go Thursday
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Caruso (rest) will play in Thursday's preseason game against the Hornets, Joel Lorenzi of The Athletic reports.
After resting for Oklahoma City's first two exhibition contests, Caruso is slated to see some action Thursday. The veteran guard is expected to receive the majority of his playing time during the first half, before handing it over to the younger players.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Inactive Monday
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Caruso (rest) will be on the inactive list for Monday's preseason matchup with the Mavericks, Nick Gallo of the Thunder's official site reports.
The Thunder elected to rest their main guys for the first two road games of the preseason, but Caruso isn't dealing with any sort of injury. His next opportunity to play will come in Oklahoma City's preseason home opener against Charlotte on Thursday.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Resting Sunday
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Caruso (rest) won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Hornets, Andrew Schlecht of The Athletic reports.
Along with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (rest), Chet Holmgren (rest), Luguentz Dort (rest), Isaiah Hartenstein (rest), Cason Wallace (rest) and Ajay Mitchell (ankle), Caruso will sit out the front end of Oklahoma City's back-to-back set as the team evaluates the rest of its roster. Caruso's next opportunity to play will come Monday against Dallas.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Shines in Game 7 win
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Caruso produced 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt), three rebounds, one block and three steals across 32 minutes during Sunday's 103-91 victory over the Pacers in Game 7 of the NBA Finals.
Alex Caruso played a key role in 2025-26, and his role elevated in the postseason with the Thunder leaning on smaller lineups. It goes without saying, but Caruso was instrumental in their run to the NBA Championship. The veteran shooting guard appeared in 54 regular-season contests, posting 10th-round fantasy value on a per-game basis with averages of 7.1 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.6 steals and 0.6 blocks in 19.3 minutes per contest.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Another 20-point performance
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Caruso chipped in 20 points (7-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-7 FT), three rebounds, one block and five steals over 30 minutes during Friday's 111-104 victory over the Pacers in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.
Caruso continues to be a thorn in the side of Indiana, scoring at least 20 points for the second time in the past four games. To highlight just how vital his scoring has been, Caruso had scored at least 20 points only once all season prior to the NBA finals. He has also recorded multiple steals in five of the past six games, providing the Thunder with a consistent defensive presence. The series is now level at 2-2 with Game 5 slated for Monday in Oklahoma City.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Pours in 20 points
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Caruso logged 20 points (6-11 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds and one assist over 27 minutes during Sunday's 123-107 win over Indiana in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
Caruso matched his playoff-high mark of 20 points in the win, as the Thunder evened the series at one win apiece. With the Thunder using a lot of small-ball lineups in this series, Caruso could be heavily involved the rest of the way. Through two games against the Pacers, he's averaging 15.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.0 blocks, 1.5 steals and 2.5 three-pointers.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Logs season-high 33 minutes
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Caruso closed with 10 points (4-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and two steals in 33 minutes during Monday's 128-126 victory over the Timberwolves in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.
Caruso stepped into a larger role, starting the second half in place of Isaiah Hartenstein. After playing just 10 minutes in the Game 3 loss, the coaching staff opted to go small against the Timberwolves. Although his numbers don't jump off the page, Caruso has been pivotal for the Thunder, providing a consistent defensive presence while also landing a handful of key baskets. The two teams will meet again in Oklahoma City on Wednesday, with the Thunder now just one win away from advancing to the Western Conference Finals.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Quiet in Game 1 victory
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Caruso registered nine points (3-4 FG, 3-3 3Pt) and three rebounds across 22 minutes during Tuesday's 114-88 victory over the Timberwolves in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.
Caruso didn't offer a lot in the victory, used somewhat sparingly as the Thunder walked away with a comfortable victory. After having scored double-digits in four straight games, Caruso turned in a relatively empty performance, failing to record a defensive stat. With that said, he will almost certainly be called upon to play a key role throughout the series, something he has done throughout the season. The two teams will lock horns again Thursday, with Oklahoma City looking to assert itself before heading to Minnesota.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Adds 13 points in win
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Caruso totaled 13 points (4-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and two assists over 24 minutes during Tuesday's 112-105 victory over the Nuggets in Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Caruso notched his third double-digit scoring effort of the series and fifth of the postseason in Tuesday's Game 5 win. The defensive ace went without a steal or block for the second straight game, but on the flip side, he knocked down multiple three-pointers for the third game in a row. Caruso continuing to cash in on open jumpers would be huge for the Thunder in their quest for a title.
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Thunder's Alex Caruso: Productive off bench
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Caruso ended with 10 points (3-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds and two assists across 28 minutes during Sunday's 92-87 win over the Nuggets in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Caruso's production has been all over the place in this series. Still, the second unit for the Thunder was pivotal in this win with Caruso, Aaron Wiggins and Cason Wallace combining to score 32 points. Through four games of this series, Caruso holds averages of 9.8 points, 2.5 assists, 1.8 rebounds, 0.8 blocks, 1.5 steals and 2.3 three-pointers in just 21.8 minutes.
