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Oklahoma City Thunder face major injuries in NBA's first week

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 4:30 PM

Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Oklahoma City Thunder face major injuries in NBA's first week
Summary

The 2026 NBA season's first week saw significant injuries impact the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jalen Williams is likely out for the year due to a dislocated ankle and fractured fibula, while Cason Wallace may also miss the entire season with a torn labrum. In addition, Alex Caruso left a game with a sprained ankle. The Philadelphia 76ers performed strongly, beating the defending champions and overcoming a 29-point deficit against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 76ers are currently 3-1 as they adjust to their star-studded roster.

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Status Watch
  • •Jalen Williams likely out for the year with severe ankle injury
  • •Cason Wallace may face a similar fate with a torn labrum
  • •Alex Caruso suffers a sprained ankle during a win
  • •Philadelphia 76ers begin season 3-1, spoiling ring night for champions
  • •76ers come back from 29-point deficit against the Cavaliers
Latest Updates
  • 4:30 PMCBS NBA — Winners and losers of NBA's first week: Giannis' Heat are ice cold, OKC injuries and new-look wonders
What they're saying
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We're seven days into the 2026-27 NBA season, and the first week has been kind to some and harsh to others

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