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OKC Thunder's Depth Advantage on Display in Minutes Totals vs. Lakers
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OKC Thunder's Depth Advantage on Display in Minutes Totals vs. Lakers

Oklahoma City Thunder On SI·Ivan White·24 days ago
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Oklahoma City is leading its second-round series 2-0, and its depth advantage has been on full display. On Thursday night, the Thunder beat the Los Angeles Lakers 125-107 in Game 2 to remain unbeaten in the postseason. The story of the night was the Thunder’s performance in the third quarter after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was called for his fourth foul and sat for the final 10 minutes and change of the frame. While the Thunder’s depth has been a strength all season, it was on display in a big way in Game 2. From Jared McCain’s spark off the bench to Ajay Mitchell keeping the team afloat, everyone who stepped on the floor for the Thunder made their mark on the contest. While that’s a story on its own, it becomes a massive advantage for the Thunder when considering the Lakers’ bench performers. Although the Lakers have been a top-heavy team all season, it can clearly take a toll over the course of a 48-minute game against one of the toughest and most physical teams in the league.…

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