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OKC Thunder Looking for Improved Postseason Production from Alex Caruso Once Again
- OKC Thunder aim to elevate Alex Caruso's postseason impact after a down regular season.
- Last year in the playoffs Caruso played all 23 games for OKC, averaging over 24 minutes.
- In last season's playoffs, Caruso averaged 9.2 points and 2 steals per game.
- Caruso's shooting fell to 42.3% from the field and 29.3% from three this season.
- The Thunder rely on Caruso’s experience and leadership entering his eighth season.
- OKC is preparing to defend its title and expects similar postseason steps as last year.
- Caruso's defensive performance in last postseason was highlighted, with a 105.2 defensive rating.
- Caruso played 56 games this season, a drop from last year's pace.
- The Thunder recognize Caruso’s need for rest to balance performance this postseason.
- The report notes Grayson Buchanan authored the piece for SI.
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