The Oklahoma City Thunder announced a surprising injury update just before their game against the Dallas Mavericks, as superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was added to the injury report due to a right wrist sprain. This injury occurred during the Thunder's previous game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, where Gilgeous-Alexander landed hard after a fall but initially indicated that he felt fine.

Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault confirmed that Gilgeous-Alexander had a good morning, but soreness forced a downgrade to 'out' for the game in Dallas. Aaron Wiggins has stepped into the starting lineup to replace him. Meanwhile, the Mavericks confirmed Kyrie Irving would play despite being listed as questionable due to back pain, while Luka Doncic remains sidelined along with Dereck Lively II. This marks the first game Gilgeous-Alexander has missed all season for the Thunder, who hold a 34-6 record.