Can the Oklahoma City Thunder thrive without Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace? ESPN’s Stephen A Smith isn’t convinced following a devastating opening week. Adding to the unfortunate injury list, Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren is ruled out indefinitely with right knee…

ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith stated on First Take that the Oklahoma City Thunder's championship hopes are severely diminished following major injuries to Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace. Williams suffered a season-ending fibula fracture and dislocated left ankle, which Smith argued will be too difficult for the team to overcome in a competitive Western Conference.
The Thunder are also without Chet Holmgren, who is sidelined indefinitely for eight to 10 weeks following treatment for knee tendinitis. In response to the absences, Ajay Mitchell, Jared McCain, and Kenrich Williams have stepped into Oklahoma City's starting lineup.
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