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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Struggles continue Thursday
Luguentz Dort contributed zero points (0-6 FG, 0-5 3Pt), one rebound and one assist in 18 minutes during Thursday's 122-101 win over the Clippers.One game after managing only three points on 1-for-7 shooting, Dort was completely blanked by a Clippers defense that let the rest of the Oklahoma City Thunder lineup shoot 50.5 percent from the floor. The 26-year-old forward may still be feeling the effects of an adductor strain that cost him the first three games in December, but he's had a rough start to the season overall on the injury front. Dort's been able to suit up for only 18 of OKC's first 27 games, averaging just 7.5 points, 3.7 boards, 1.6 threes, 1.2 assists and 1.2 combined steals and blocks in 27.7 minutes while shooting what would be a career-low 35.9 percent.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Hits three triples in win
Luguentz Dort had 12 points (4-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 22 minutes during Wednesday's 138-89 victory over the Suns.Dort returned from a three-game absence due to an adductor injury and didn't miss a beat, hitting three three-pointers and scoring 12 points. While he did not record any defensive stats, just the fourth instance of the season for him, Dort's defensive presence was certainly felt as he contributed to a suffocating Oklahoma City Thunder effort that held Phoenix to just 89 points.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Absent from injury report
Luguentz Dort (adductor) is not listed on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Suns.A right adductor strain cost Dort three straight games, but his omission from the injury report puts him in a position to return Wednesday. The expectation is that the 26-year-old will rejoin the starting lineup, which would likely send Jaylin Williams to the second unit. For the campaign, Dort has averaged 8.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.0 steals in 29.1 minutes per game over 15 regular-season outings.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Ruled out for Sunday
Luguentz Dort (adductor) won't play Sunday against the Jazz.Dort will be sidelined for a third straight game Sunday due to a right adductor strain. The swingman's next chance to play will come Wednesday against the Suns.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Out for Friday
Luguentz Dort (thigh) won't play Friday versus the Mavericks, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.Friday will mark Dort's second straight game on the inactive list, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Sunday's game in Utah. Cason Wallace and Isaiah Joe will try to pick up the slack in Dort's absence.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Won't go vs. Golden State
Luguentz Dort has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Warriors due to a right adductor strain.Dort was previously dealing with a shoulder issue in early-to-mid-November, and he's recently picked up a new injury. Cason Wallace and Isaiah Joe will be in contention for increased minutes Tuesday in Dort's absence.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Limited to 20 minutes
Luguentz Dort produced five points (2-6 FG, 1-5 3Pt), four rebounds and one steal across 20 minutes during Sunday's 122-95 victory over the Trail Blazers.Dort has now been limited to 21 minutes in back-to-back games for the Oklahoma City Thunder. With the emergence of Ajay Mitchell this season, Dort's minutes could be a little more volatile than in previous years. Things could really get crowded when the Thunder eventually get Jalen Williams (wrist) back.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Muted production in return
Luguentz Dort (shoulder) recorded three points (1-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and one block across 22 minutes in Saturday's 109-96 win over the Hornets.Dort was cleared to return to action after missing the previous five games with a right upper trap strain, but his playing time was somewhat kept in check while head coach Mark Daigneault leaned heavily on reserve guards Ajay Mitchell (31 minutes) and Isaiah Joe (21 minutes). Though Dort could see his minutes pick up to some extent in future contests, the 13-1 Oklahoma City Thunder have maintained a 15.4-point differential through 14 games, which has often allowed the team to rest key players in the fourth quarter of blowouts.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Good to go Saturday
Luguentz Dort (shoulder) is available for Saturday's game against the Hornets.After missing the past five games for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Dort has the green light to return. It's not clear if he will have restrictions, however. With Dort back in the mix, Ajay Mitchell, Isaiah Joe and Alex Caruso could see their minutes take a slight hit.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Listed as questionable
Luguentz Dort (shoulder) is questionable for Saturday's game against Charlotte.Dort has missed the past five games for the Oklahoma City Thunder, but the questionable tag suggests that he remains day-to-day. Aaron Wiggins (groin) remains out, so guys like Ajay Mitchell, Isaiah Joe and Alex Caruso are all candidates to absorb more minutes on the wings.