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The Oklahoma City Thunder, who just defeated the Chicago Bulls 124-104 on the road, will be the guests of the Cleveland Cavaliers for their initial home match of this campaign on Friday. The Cavaliers defeated Brooklyn 114-113 in their most recent game.
On Wednesday, the Thunder defeated the Chicago Bulls 124-104. The Thunder and Bulls engaged in exchange action in the early going. In the 2nd quarter, the Thunder began to pull ahead. Then, in the second half, they gained ground. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 31 points on 12 of 18 field goals and 10 assists. Jalen Williams and Josh Giddey also scored sixteen points apiece. Off the bench, Isaiah Joe contributed 14 more points. The Thunder shot 54.9%, with 48.7% coming from beyond the arc, which is noteworthy.
Oklahoma City conceded 104 points despite playing strong defense in their opening contest. If they are to win, they will require yet another strong defensive performance. Along with Victor Oladipo, Patty Mills, Davis Bertans, and first-round selection Cason Wallace, OKC made several off-season additions.
On Wednesday, the Cavaliers defeated the Brooklyn Nets 114–113. Notably, the match went back-and-forth, with the Cavaliers and Nets trading leads. But with 13 seconds remaining, Donovan Mitchell made a 27-foot 3-pointer that gave the Cavs the advantage. The Cavs managed to survive after Cameron Johnson botched a layup. With 27 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists, Mitchell took the lead for the Cavaliers. Max Strus contributed 12 rebounds and 27 points as well. Adding eighteen points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists was Isaac Okoro. Evan Mobley scored ten points, while Darius Garland contributed fifteen.
Cleveland signed Georges Niang and acquired Strus with free agency in the hopes of continuing to be an excellent defensive team while also being able to open up the floor a little more.
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Oklahoma City Thunder vs Cleveland Cavaliers Game Information
- Date: 10/27/2023
- Time: 07:40 PM ET
- Location: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.
- How to Watch Thunder vs Cavaliers: TNT
- Live Stream: NBA Game Pass
