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The Thunder return home after a 2-game road trip where they got their record back to .500. To move ahead in the game however, they have to face MVP candidate Anthony Davis (probable) and the Pelicans.
New Orleans started off the season strong but have faded as of late, likely due to injuries sustained by Davis and newcomer Elfrid Payton. However, if Davis can go tonight, he always poses particular risks to any team, and the Thunder are no exception. Furthermore, Nikola Mirotic in his 2nd year with the team has had a hot start to the season, providing plenty of long distance shooting and spacing for Davis to operate.