Oklahoma City Thunder Maintain Undefeated NBA Start Amid Injuries

The Oklahoma Sooners football team faces challenges with injuries, notably starting two freshmen offensive tackles for their upcoming game against Tennessee, while also missing several other key linemen. Meanwhile, the Oklahoma City Thunder basketball team continues their strong performance in the NBA, remaining undefeated with a recent 127-108 win over the Washington Wizards, led by MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 31 points and strong bench contributions despite injuries to key players. The Thunder are also dealing with off-court concerns as guard Nikola Topic undergoes treatment for testicular cancer. In the NBA, the Boston Celtics will be without Jayson Tatum due to injury for their game against the Philadelphia 76ers, who themselves face absences but remain undefeated early in the season. The Thunder's coach, Porter Moser, has emphasized the importance of a strong fan atmosphere for Oklahoma basketball, drawing inspiration from the Thunder's dynamic home crowd as a model. These sports updates highlight both the resilience and challenges faced by Oklahoma's major collegiate and professional teams in their respective seasons.