Alex Caruso returns from injury for Thunder vs. Cavaliers matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 10:41 PM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Alex Caruso will return to the Oklahoma City Thunder lineup for their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on November 3, after missing three games due to an ankle sprain. His return comes as the Thunder face additional injury challenges, including the absence of Chet Holmgren for over two months due to a torn patellar tendon and long-term injuries to Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace. Caruso is expected to take on a larger role to help the team navigate these difficulties, having averaged 9.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists in four games this season. The Thunder look to change momentum against the Cavaliers as they complete their regular-season series.
- •Caruso missed the last three games due to an ankle sprain.
- •Thunder's Chet Holmgren will be out for over two months.
- •Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace are both out long term.
- •Caruso has averaged 9.3 points this season.
- •Game against Cavaliers is part of the Thunder's regular-season series.
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