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Caruso

Caruso did not play in Wednesday’s loss to the Spurs, one of many Thunder players who did not see action because it was part of a back-to-back. His return means fewer minutes for seldom-used reserves like Brooks Barnhizer and Chris Youngblood, who both played rotation minutes on Wednesday.

Caruso will be sidelined for the second leg of this back-to-back. Four of the five typical starters will also be out, with Cason Wallace, who is filling in for Jalen Williams, being the one who is available. Caruso’s absence should open up minutes for Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe.

Caruso’s status has been upgraded twice, and he is now officially good to go for Tuesday’s game. With the Thunder facing the Spurs on Wednesday, the team could limit his playing time to ensure Caruso is available for both games of the back-to-back.

Caruso has been upgraded from doubtful to questionable, so he’s got a chance to return following a six-game absence. Until Caruso is back, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins should see additional playing time.

Caruso is expected to miss a seventh straight game, but he wasn’t immediately ruled out, so he could be getting closer to returning. For now, Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins should continue to occupy the reserve minutes on the wing.

Caruso will be sidelined for a fourth straight game, as the Thunder look to snap a two-game skid and get back in the win column. With Caruso, Jalen Williams, and Ajay Mitchell unavailable, Cason Wallace (hip), if healthy, would be a nice streaming option for Tuesday’s contest. Kenrich Williams and Isaiah Joe could also see quality minutes and have opportunities to produce.

Caruso will miss a third consecutive game since suffering a strained right adductor during a January 19 win over the Cavaliers. Due to the injuries on the perimeter, more minutes have been available to Isaiah Joe and Cason Wallace, with the latter being the superior fantasy option.

Caruso suffered a strained right adductor during Monday’s win over the Cavaliers, and Friday’s game will be the second that he’s missed since. Cason Wallace and Isaiah Joe have picked up a few additional minutes in Caruso’s absence, with the former starting due to Jalen Williams being out. Of the two, Wallace offers a higher fantasy upside.

Caruso exited Monday’s win over the Cavaliers after playing seven first-half minutes. His absence means more minutes will be available to fellow reserves Isaiah Joe and Cason Wallace. The latter offers a higher ceiling, especially in category leagues.

Caruso logged seven minutes in the first half, but he won’t be available to close out this game. Ajay Mitchell, Cason Wallace and Isaiah Joe should see a few extra minutes in the second half with Caruso ruled out.