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OKC Thunder revenge time versus Rockets – preview

By Tamberlyn Richardson

OKC Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket while Rockets center Daniel Theis (27) defends: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports
OKC Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives to the basket while Rockets center Daniel Theis (27) defends: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports /
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Injuries and projected starting lineups:

Rockets projected starting lineup:

If Porter Jr. can’t go the assumption is Stephen Silas will tap veteran DJ Augustin to replace him.

  • DJ Augustin- point guard
  • Jalen Green  – shooting guard
  • Jae’Sean Tate- small forward
  • Christian Wood – power forward
  • Daniel Theis – center

Rockets injuries:

  • Kevin Porter Jr. is nursing a thigh injury and listed as questionable.
  • Usman Garuba is on G-League assignment.
  • Daishen Nix is on G-League assignment

OKC Thunder injuries:

  • Vit Krejci s on G-League assignment.
  • Theo Maledon s on G-League assignment.

History:

The clubs have played each other 227 times all-time with the OKC Thunder holding the advantage of winning 116 matches versus 111 by the Rockets.

Last season,  the Thunder won two of the three meetings between the clubs. This is the second meeting this season with the Rockets winning 124-91 on October 22nd.

The teams will play four times this season with the next contest in Houston on November 29th and the final meeting in OKC on December 1st.

Game Specifics:

Venue: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Tip-off: Wednesday, November 17, at 7:00 p.m. Central Time (8:00 p.m. EST)

Where to watch: Bally Sports Oklahoma or NBA League Pass

Radio: WWLS 98.1 FM

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