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Alex Caruso fortunately bucks ongoing Thunder trend amid early season injury mayhem

During these dark times filled with harrowing injury news, the OKC Thunder receive a positive update on the status of Alex Caruso.

By Mark Nilon · Thunderous Intentions

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 10:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Alex Caruso was removed from the injury report and is expected to play Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Caruso missed three games after sustaining an ankle sprain against the Phoenix Suns on October 26.
His return breaks a negative injury trend that includes major injuries to Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren.

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Alex Caruso has been removed from the Oklahoma City Thunder injury report and is expected to return for Wednesday's matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Caruso missed three games due to an ankle sprain suffered during OKC's 125-114 win over the Phoenix Suns on October 26.

His quick return provides rare positive injury news for the Thunder, who have suffered significant setbacks including Jalen Williams' ankle fracture and Chet Holmgren's patellar tendon tear. Wednesday's game also presents a historic opportunity for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who could surpass Tracy McGrady for the most consecutive 30-plus point games against the Cavaliers.

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