The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to face the Philadelphia 76ers in an exciting matchup on Sunday. This will mark the first encounter of the season between these two teams. The Thunder, currently holding a record of 26-5, are eager to bounce back after suffering two consecutive losses. Their latest defeat came on Thursday, where they fell 117-102 to the San Antonio Spurs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, a key player for the Thunder, managed to score 22 points in that game.
On the other hand, the 76ers, who stand at 16-13, are also looking to end their two-game losing streak. They narrowly lost to the Chicago Bulls on Friday, with Joel Embiid showcasing an impressive performance, scoring 31 points.
Starting Lineups for Thunder vs. Sixers
Both teams have announced their starting lineups for this crucial game:
- Thunder: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Lu Dort, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Hartenstein
- Sixers: Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edegecombe, Paul George, Dominick Barlow, Andre Drummond
Game Details and Broadcast Information
For fans looking to catch the game live:
- TV Channel: FanDuel Sports Network
- Start Time: 2:30 p.m. CT
- Live Stream: Available on Fubo (includes a free trial)
Injury Updates
In terms of player availability, both teams have notable injuries to report:
- Thunder:
- Jaylin Williams (heel bursitis) – out
- Ousmane Dieng (calf strain) – out
- Nikola Topic (testicular surgery) – out
- Thomas Sorber (torn ACL) – out
- Sixers:
- Joel Embiid (ankle sprain; knee injury management) – out
- Paul George (knee injury management) – probable
- Kelly Oubre Jr. (knee sprain) – out
- Trendon Watford (adductor strain) – out
- Johni Broome (G League assignment) – out
- MarJon Beauchamp (G League two-way) – out
This upcoming game promises to be an engaging matchup as both teams seek to regain their winning momentum. Stay tuned for live updates as the Thunder and Sixers clash on the court.
