Thunder's Cason Wallace: Not likely to play in Summer League
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Coach Mark Daigneault said Saturday that Wallace is not likely to suit up for the Thunder during Summer League, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Wallace had a solid rookie season on a stacked roster, appearing in 82 regular-season games for the Thunder. The 20-year-old averaged 6.8 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 0.9 steals across 20.6 minutes per game. While Wallace had a productive rookie season, it is slightly surprising the team wouldn't want the young guard to pick up extra reps during the offseason in the Summer League.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Tallies three steals in win
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Wallace accumulated five points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and three steals across 18 minutes during Saturday's 106-85 win over the Pelicans in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Wallace continued to be a pest on the defensive end of the floor, racking up three steals in the blowout victory. Despite coming off the bench, Wallace has been an impactful player for the Thunder, often used in situations for which defense is key. Game 4 will take place Monday, and the Thunder will look to wrap things up against an undermanned Pelicans outfit.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Lands another start
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Wallace is starting Sunday's game against the Hornets.
Wallace will make his third start in the last seven games, taking the place of Isaiah Joe alongside Josh Giddey in the backcourt. In 11 starts this season, Wallace has averaged 7.9 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Heads back to bench
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Wallace isn't in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Pacers, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Isaiah Joe will replace Wallace in the starting five Friday. The rookie Wallace is averaging 7.5 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.2 steals in 21.0 minutes across his last 10 appearances coming off the bench.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Gets starting nod
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Wallace is in the starting five for Wednesday's game versus the Celtics, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Wallace will replace Jaylin Williams in the starting lineup Wednesday. The rookie guard is averaging 9.0 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 24.8 minutes across his last five appearances.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Scores 16 points off bench
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Wallace provided 16 points (6-9 FG, 4-4 3Pt), four rebounds, three assists and one block over 32 minutes during Friday's 128-103 win over the Suns.
Wallace returned to the bench after making a spot start in the overtime loss over the Rockets on Wednesday, but that didn't stop him from producing a solid outing. The nature of his bench role limits his upside, but Wallace has started to show he can deliver regardless of his role in the rotation. He's scored in double digits in four of his last 10 appearances (one start).
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Scores seven points on four shots
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Wallace notched seven points (3-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt) and one rebound across 13 minutes during Tuesday's 119-112 victory over the Pelicans.
Wallace's five-game streak of games with at least two steals came to an end Tuesday evening, but he might be able to get things back on track Wednesday, as more minutes could be falling his way with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (quad) sidelined. Wallace could be a low-end streaming option in deep leagues.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Iffy for Tuesday
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Wallace is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Jazz with a right shoulder sprain, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
The Thunder attributed Wallace's early exit in Sunday's 135-127 double-overtime win over the Raptors to right shoulder soreness, but the rookie has since been diagnosed with a sprain leading up to Tuesday's contest. He's one of seven players listed as questionable for Tuesday, and Isaiah Joe (sternum) has already been ruled out against the Jazz, so the Thunder could have limited depth available if Wallace and multiple others join Joe in street clothes.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Won't return Sunday
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Wallace won't return to Sunday's game against the Raptors due to right shoulder soreness, Nick Gallo of the Thunder's official site reports.
Wallace tallied eight points (3-8 FG, 2-7 3Pt), two assists, one rebound and one block in 18 minutes to begin Sunday's matchup, but he was ruled out for the remainder of the game just before the start of the fourth quarter. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available Tuesday against the Jazz.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Solid in start
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Wallace finished with 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal across 25 minutes during Friday's 126-106 win over Charlotte.
Wallace started while Jalen Williams (ankle) was inactive, but his contributions weren't needed in a contest during which Oklahoma City led throughout. He continues to bury threes, and his 42.3 percent clip leads all rookies with at least 100 attempts this season.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Starting Friday
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Wallace is slated to start at small forward in Friday's matchup with the Hornets, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
With Jalen Williams (ankle) sidelined, the Thunder will opt to go small by replacing him with Wallace in the starting lineup. The rookie has averaged 7.3 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.3 assists across seven games as a starter this season.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Scores 12 in win
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Wallace registered 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and four steals across 21 minutes during Friday's 107-83 victory over New Orleans.
Although Wallace came off the bench once again Friday, he scored in double figures for a second consecutive game as the Thunder won comfortably. Wallace's performances in Oklahoma City's blowout wins have been encouraging, but he hasn't had as much success when the team is playing closer games.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Back to bench
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Wallace will return to the bench for Saturday's game against the Timberwolves, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.comreports.
This is an expected move with Luguentz Dort (illness) returning from a one-game absence. Wallace fared well in his fill-in start against the Jazz on Thursday, scoring 16 points with four rebounds, one assist, one block, one steal and four triples.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Leads bench in loss
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Wallace finished Wednesday's 141-138 loss to the Hawks with 15 points (5-9 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, two assists and one steal over 20 minutes.
Wallace was responsible for 15 of the Thunder bench's 49 points Wednesday and tied a season high he set Dec. 2 against the Mavericks. He reached double digits for the second time in three games and is shooting 6-for-13 from beyond the arc in that span.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Moves to second unit
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Wallace will come off the bench in Tuesday's game against Minnesota, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.
Josh Giddey will return from a one-game absence due to an ankle sprain, so Wallace will return to his usual role off the bench. During his spot start Saturday against the Lakers, Wallace was held to five points, four assists, three rebounds, one steal and one three-pointer in 24 minutes.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Running with first unit
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Wallace will start Monday's game against the Jazz, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.
Wallace is set to enter the starting lineup with Luguentz Dort (ankle) ruled out for Monday's clash. Wallace has been unable to do much with his first-unit opportunities so far this season, as he averaged 2.3 points and 1.7 rebounds in 19.7 minutes during a three-game stretch of starts in November while Jalen Williams was out with a hip injury.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Joins starting lineup
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Wallace is starting Sunday against the Trail Blazers, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.
The Thunder will be playing without Jalen Williams (hip) during Sunday's matchup, so Wallace will join the starting lineup for the second time this year. During his previous start against the Warriors on Nov. 3, he tallied 13 points, two rebounds and an assist in 36 minutes.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Good to go against Golden State
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Wallace (shoulder) is available for Saturday's game versus the Warriors.
Wallace has been upgraded from questionable to available Saturday despite dealing with a right shoulder sprain. The rookie guard should continue to be one of Oklahoma City's primary options off the bench in the backcourt.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Strong outing in win
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Wallace supplied 14 points (5-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and two assists over 24 minutes during Wednesday's 128-120 win over the Cavaliers.
Wallace recorded a season-high 12 points in Wednesday's victory while coming off the bench. The 20-year-old guard has shown impressive efficiency for a rookie, posting 69.2/57.1/100 shooting splits. While these numbers will surely decrease, Wallace should continue to be one of Oklahoma City's first options off the bench in the backcourt.
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Thunder's Cason Wallace: Solid in first career start
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Wallace finished Friday's 141-139 loss to the Warriors with 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 36 minutes.
Wallace made his first career start Friday and played a season-high 36 minutes due to the absence of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (knee). While has shown impressive efficiency for a young guard, he has yet to dish out over two dimes in his first six appearances.