Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Pops for 12 points in Game 5 win
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Dort finished with 12 points (4-11 FG, 4-10 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and three steals in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 124-94 win over the Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals.
Dort tallied double-digit scoring for the first time in his past six games, while also matching his playoff-high with three steals. Despite averaging just 8.3 points per game over the past 12 games, Dort remains a key piece for the Thunder, particularly on the defensive end. The Thunder will now head home for Game 1 of the NBA Finals, where a matchup against either the Pacers or the Knicks awaits.
Dort recorded five points (2-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt), one rebound, one block and two steals in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 114-88 victory over Minnesota in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.
Dort has been terrific in the postseason so far on the defensive end, but he took a backseat on the offensive end again Tuesday. The Thunder put this game away early, and they had a balanced attack from their bench unit. Dort's shot has eluded him in the postseason, as he's shooting 33.7 percent from the field and 28.2 percent from beyond the arc through 12 games.
Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Sinks four triples in victory
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Dort notched 12 points (4-8 FG, 4-8 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 112-105 win over the Nuggets in Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Dort went just 1-for-4 from three-point range across the first three quarters. However, the defensive-minded swingman hit three clutch triples in the first six minutes of the fourth, helping the Thunder pull within striking distance down the stretch. Dort has shot just 32.6 percent from the field in the Western Conference Semifinals, during which he has averaged 9.4 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.0 assists across 27.6 minutes per contest.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Struggles in win
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Dort closed with six points (2-10 FG, 2-10 3Pt) and two rebounds across 19 minutes during Sunday's 92-87 win over the Nuggets in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Dort had a rough shooting performance in Game 4, hitting only two of his 10 three-point attempts. The Arizona State product has shot poorly throughout these NBA playoffs so far, shooting a dismal 31.5 percent from the floor and 26.7 percent from beyond the arc.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Non-factor in Game 3 loss
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Dort fouled out of Friday's 113-104 overtime loss to the Nuggets in Game 3 of the Western Conference Semifinals after recording three points (1-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one block across 34 minutes.
Dort failed to have an impact, scoring fewer than five points for the third time in the past five games. Although he provides the Thunder with a reliable defensive presence, Dort's inability to score with any consistency can be an issue at times. Dort will look to redeem himself when the two teams meet again Sunday.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Scores 14 points in loss
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Dort supplied 14 points (4-9 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 30 minutes during Monday's 121-119 loss to Denver in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Dort took a Nikola Jokic elbow to the head from Nikola Jokic on Monday, but he escaped without an injury. On a night in which Jalen Williams couldn't get anything going, both Dort and Alex Caruso stepped up in a big way with a combined 34 points. This performance could help Dort build some confidence, as he scored a combined 14 points in his previous three outings.
Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Limited scoring in Game 3 win
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Dort contributed two points (1-5 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 0-2 FT), six rebounds, one block and one steal over 35 minutes during Thursday's 114-108 victory over the Grizzlies in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Dort missed all of his three-point attempts and made only one shot Thursday, but the Thunder still roared back and pulled out a Game 3 win. Through the first three games of the series, he's putting up averages of 7.3 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.3 steals across 30.0 minutes per game. The 26-year-old is lauded as a defensive ace and can make an impact even when his scoring falters.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Nearly double-doubles
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Dort closed Tuesday's 118-99 win over the Grizzlies in Game 2 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs with eight points (3-9 FG, 2-7 3Pt) and nine rebounds in 33 minutes.
Dort's defense has been invaluable to the Thunder to open the playoffs, as he's been able to pick up Ja Morant for the length of the court and switch onto Jaren Jackson at times, all while fighting through countless screens. Through two games, the defensive wing is averaging 10.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 3.0 three-pointers in 27.5 minutes.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Plays light minutes in blowout win
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Dort (knee) tallied 12 points (4-8 FG, 4-8 3Pt), three rebounds, three steals, two assists and one block across 22 minutes Sunday in the Thunder's 131-80 win over the Grizzlies in Game 1 of the first-round playoff series.
Dort was sidelined for the Thunder's final three games of the regular season due to right patellofemoral injury management. Still, his absences were seemingly precautionary, as Oklahoma City had already clinched the league's best record. The veteran forward was fresh heading into the start of the postseason, but the Thunder didn't have to overextend Dort in the blowout win. He played 22 minutes -- seven less than his season average -- before the Thunder subbed out Dort, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren out of the game for good while up 51 points with 4:50 remaining in the third quarter.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Available for Game 1
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Dort (knee) is available Sunday for Game 1 of the Thunder's first-round playoff series versus the Grizzlies.
Dort missed the final three games of the regular season due to right patellofemoral injury management, but his absences were likely just precautionary with Oklahoma City already having clinched the league's best record by that point. Dort averaged 29.2 minutes per game over his 71 appearances in the regular season, but he could see a boost in playing time as the Thunder likely shorten their rotation in the postseason.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Expected to play in postseason
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Dort (knee) is expected to play in the postseason.
Dort missed the final three regular-season games, but his absences were likely precautionary, as the Thunder already had the No. 1 seed locked up. Across 71 regular-season appearances this season, Dort averaged 10.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.1 steals in 29.2 minutes per game.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Ruled out for Sunday
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Dort (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Just like it happened Friday against the Jazz, the Thunder will rest most of their regular rotation members for this regular-season finale after securing the top seed in the Western Conference and the best record in the league. Dort is a key two-way player for the Thunder, as he's excellent as a perimeter defender who has also developed a respectable three-point shot. He ends the regular season with averages of 10.1 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game while shooting a career-best 41.2 percent from three-point range.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Ruled out for Friday
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Dort (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Jazz.
The Thunder are prioritizing rest for their best players moving forward. Dort is one of many notable players who won't play Friday. Oklahoma City will likely turn to Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins to help shoulder the load in Utah.
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Thunder's Luguentz Dort: Ruled out vs. Phoenix
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Dort (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Suns.
After scoring 17 points in Tuesday's win against the Lakers, Dort won't be available in Phoenix on Wednesday. Aaron Wiggins, Kenrich Williams and Isaiah Joe could be in line to see more minutes against the Suns.
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Player Bio
HT/WT: 6-4, 220 lbs
Birthplace: Montreal, CA
Age: 26
School: Arizona St.
Experience: 5
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