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The Oklahoma City Thunder’s physical defensive approach paid off in Game 7, frustrating Denver’s rhythm from start to finish. In a surprising twist, Alex Caruso took on the challenge of guarding Nikola Jokic during key moments, using grit and smart positioning to limit the MVP’s impact despite a major size disadvantage. The move stunned Denver […]

Alex Caruso has always been known as the kind of player who does the dirty work; the type of guy who hustles for loose balls, pressures the perimeter, and makes life miserable for opposing guards. In the Oklahoma City Thunder’s dominant 125–93 victory over the Denver Nuggets in Game 7 of the Western Conference Semifinals, […]

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso revealed his message for the fans after eliminating the Denver Nuggets. The No. 1 seed in the Western Conference lived up to its 68-win total, blowing out the Nuggets 125-93 in Game 7 of the second round. Caruso has been a significant part of this franchise’s success this postseason. […]

Alex Caruso had a historic performance to help the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Denver Nuggets in Game 7 of the West Semis of the 2025 NBA Playoffs on Sunday. This prompted some criticism of the Chicago Bulls for their handling of the guard in trade talks. In 26 minutes of action, Caruso finished with […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — In a do-or-die Game 7 matchup, Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault added a new wrinkle to defending Denver Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic: sick 6-foot-5 guard Alex Caruso onto Jokic for extended periods of time. And it worked. Caruso disrupted the NBA’s reigning MVP early and often, which led to The […]

Alex Caruso isn’t giving the Denver Nuggets fits with his scoring. Not with 11 points through three quarters. But the Oklahoma City Thunder veteran instead amazed with this element: His defense on Nikola Jokic on Sunday in Game 7. The 6-foot-5, 186-pound Caruso entered the Paycom Center at a significant size advantage compared to “Joker.” […]

The Western Conference Semifinal series between the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder has been a hard fought battle, with some tensions spilling over in Game 6. During the first half of Game 6 between the Nuggets and Thunder, Aaron Gordon and Alex Caruso got into a little jockeying for position that ultimately resulted in […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are storming through the NBA playoffs, and it’s not just their stars drawing attention. This week, Kendrick Perkins had praise for the Thunder, and it quickly exploded across social media after the ESPN analyst delivered a bold take on the team’s elite bench depth, with quite the comparison for the teams […]

Oklahoma City Thunder veteran and lone champion Alex Caruso preached the importance of closing out a series ahead of Game 5 against the Denver Nuggets. Caruso says the Thunder’s late-game execution has grown since the beginning of the postseason. “We’ve done it at times this year against good teams. We were down at home to […]

The stage is set for Alex Caruso and the Oklahoma City Thunder to reach their first Western Conference Finals in nine years. After the Thunder beat the Denver Nuggets 112-105 in Game 5, taking a 3-2 lead in their best-of-seven series, they can eliminate the Nuggets on the road in Game 6. It’s an opportunity, […]

The San Antonio Spurs aren’t back just yet. However, the groundwork is undeniably being laid. After years in the NBA’s rebuilding cellar, the Spurs flashed something real in 2024-25. We saw the development of Victor Wembanyama into a legitimate star and the midseason acquisition of De’Aaron Fox. Additionally, the rookie emergence of Stephon Castle gives […]

DENVER — The morning after losing Game 3 to the Denver Nuggets, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso shared his honest take on his team’s shortcomings, facing a 2-1 deficit for the first time in the postseason. After Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault addressed challenges heading into Game 4, Caruso, with a night to think […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Before Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren revealed his eagerness for Game 2 of his Western Conference semifinal series against the Denver Nuggets, Alex Caruso showed his unwavering faith. Holmgren’s two missed free throws set the stage for Aaron Gordon’s game-winning three, but that doesn’t change head coach Mark Daigneault’s faith in […]

For Alex Caruso, the postseason is a special time. After all, the Oklahoma City Thunder secured the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference. However, his former team, the Chicago Bulls, were eliminated in the play-in game by the Miami Heat. As a result, he’s relishing in the opportunity. Although the Thunder lost Game 1 […]

In one of the most stunning endings in an NBA Playoff game in recent memory, the Denver Nuggets came away with a shocking come-from-behind 121-119 victory in Game 1 of their second-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder Monday night. Many believe that the Thunder shot themselves in the foot late in the contest by […]

When the Oklahoma City Thunder acquired Alex Caruso in a trade that required them to give up Josh Giddey, they envisioned how much of a wrecking ball Caruso could be for their defense, especially come playoff time. Caruso, as no one would soon forget, played such a huge role in the Los Angeles Lakers’ championship […]

As the stage is set for Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals series against Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso discusses how to contain the NBA’s reigning Most Valuable Player. Head coach Mark Daigneault spent a week preparing the Thunder for round 2, which will headline the MVP […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder solidified themselves as a heavyweight in the Western Conference, especially after sweeping the eighth-seeded Memphis Grizzlies in the first round. But after taking care of business, the road to a championship doesn’t get easier, especially after the Denver Nuggets emerged victorious after a seven-game series against the Los Angeles Clippers. The […]

Undrafted players in the NBA usually don’t have a promising career trajectory in the league. But even if these players are given limited opportunities, some of them make the most out of it. In fact, others are simply ready to step up when their number is called, even if it’s under the bright lights of […]

MEMPHIS — Before Jalen Williams spoke on their 29-point comeback against the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 3, Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault gushed over Alex Caruso’s performance. Caruso’s impact forced critical turnovers down the stretch. With the game tied at 108, Alex blocked Jaren Jackson Jr. at the 2:15 mark. Then, stole the […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder made a major comeback in Game 3 against the Memphis Grizzlies and were able to win the game 114-108 after being down as much as 29 points. It was their defense that came alive in the game that led to the comeback, and Alex Caruso was one of the bright spots […]

In one of the most thrilling moments of the Thunder’s playoff run so far, Alex Caruso went full maniac mode—and it may have just saved Oklahoma City’s Game 3. Down by as many as 29 points to the Memphis Grizzlies, the Thunder stormed back for a 114–108 win to take a 3–0 series lead. While […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder crushed the Memphis Grizzlies in the first two games of their first-round series, but the 68-win juggernaut came out in Game 3 like they thought they could waltz right into Memphis and easily take care of business. The Grizzlies had another thing coming for the Thunder, running up a 69-40 lead […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City veteran guard Alex Caruso says he’s one of the elite competitors in the NBA after Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault highlighted his performance in Game 2’s 118-99 win against the Memphis Grizzlies. Caruso’s 13 points led the second unit. He also added four rebounds, three assists, and three steals on […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder veteran Alex Caruso is the only player of the young juggernaut No. 1 seed with championship experience. Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander addressed his team’s point of emphasis before Caruso described himself as an elite competitor, as the undrafted rookie has emerged as one of the better NBA backcourt defenders. […]

After beating the Phoenix Suns 125-112, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams joked during his postgame media availability that Alex Caruso’s career-high five steals in the box score must be a typo. In his first season with the Thunder, Caruso has elevated the team’s winning mentality as a veteran with a championship pedigree. Alex’s fundamental […]

Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey returns to the Paycom Center for the first time since the Oklahoma City Thunder traded him for Alex Caruso, which head coach Mark Daigneault revisited before Monday’s matchup. After his first three seasons, the Thunder traded Giddey to the Bulls during the offseason, granting Josh an increased role with Chicago […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder hosted the Memphis Grizzlies in a battle of Western Conference supremacy on Thursday night. In what turned out to be a wild, back-and-forth game, the Thunder ultimately prevailed, 125-104. The win improved their record to a league-best 61-12. However, it might prove to be a costly victory, as two crucial bench […]

Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault leaned heavily on Alex Caruso’s defensive versatility in Sunday’s 103-101 win against the Los Angeles Clippers. Before All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander pointed out Caruso’s impact, Daigneault explained what made that impact so critical in the Thunder’s latest win. With All-Star Jalen Williams (hip) ruled out, Caruso was added to […]

In a 103-101 win against the Los Angeles Clippers, Oklahoma City Thunder veteran Alex Caruso made key defensive stops that helped the Thunder fend off their opponent and led to kind words from All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Without All-Star Jalen Williams, the Thunder flexed their depth en route to victory once again, as Caruso got the […]

LeBron James’ tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers has been polarizing at the very least. While the Lakers did capture an NBA championship in 2020, things haven’t panned out since then. Here are the Lakers’ 10 worst roster moves in the LeBron James era, ranked. Check out the gallery. 1. Trading for Russell Westbrook Prior […]

Before facing Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons, Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso compared the former to Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic. The defensive specialist sees similarities between the two. Coming off the Thunder’s huge win against the champion Boston Celtics, Caruso explained what makes Cunningham such a unique player. For many, Doncic […]

The NBA’s top two candidates for the Most Valuable Player award — Oklahoma City Thunder’s All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Denver Nuggets’ All-Star Nikola Jokic — will face off on back-to-back nights at the Paycom Center. Thunder veteran guard Alex Caruso is thrilled about his team’s challenge that starts Sunday afternoon. He discussed how significant this year’s […]

Alex Caruso and the Oklahoma City Thunder are gearing up for a back-to-back mini-series against the Denver Nuggets at the Paycom Center. Six players, including the entire starting lineup, sat out of Friday’s 107-89 win against the Portland Trail Blazers. Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault labeled it a great program win for his team, which […]

Oklahoma City Thunder veteran guard Alex Caruso has adjusted to his new environment as the team’s OG this season. After being traded from the Chicago Bulls for Josh Giddey, Caruso signed a four-year, $81 million extension with the Thunder. Suffice it to say he’s getting used to being the oldest guy on the NBA’s youngest […]

As Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to get MVP praise amidst an impeccable season, people wonder about the mindset of the guard that leads to great results on the court. After the Thunder beat the Memphis Grizzlies led by Gilgeous-Alexander, his teammate Alex Caruso revealed how the star acts and thinks behind the […]

Role players are rarely the stars of any NBA game. However, they are important in helping any team capture its championship pursuits. Moreover, every once in a while, they also dare to take center stage whenever they’re called upon. Here are the 10 best role players on a championship team, ranked. Check out the gallery. […]

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso’s approach to the game has helped elevate his team to becoming the top-ranked defense in the NBA. The All-Defensive Second Team guard’s addition to a defensive-minded team with the best record in the Western Conference has yielded positive results. Caruso’s presence in the backcourt, coupled with veteran Isaiah Hartenstein’s […]

NBA players on two-way contracts don’t have the guarantee of staying in a team’s roster. More often than not, they are tasked to spend more time in the NBA G-League. With limited exposure, it’s a long shot for a two-way player to make an impact in the NBA. However, there have been times when players […]