In their previous meeting this season the OKC Thunder dispatched of the Heat 97-85. Looking back to that November 7th, home date the win came with some notable oddities. Playing in his seventh game as a pro, rookie Domantas Sabonis notched his first career NBA double-double. Joining Sabonis in registering that mark were Russell Westbrook and Enes Kanter. Given how well Kanter played on Christmas Day one might assume he’s looking to continue his good fortune.
Oladipo won’t play, but as Tony Heim poignantly observed the Thunder’s initial concern over his absence has given way to the squad discovering chemistry and offensive production.