Thunder beat Clippers 108-101 as Jalen Williams suffers leg injury
Oklahoma City defeated Los Angeles 108-101 on Sunday, but the game was overshadowed by Jalen Williams' severe lower-leg injury, which may end his season.
Key points
- The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 108-101 on Sunday.
- Jalen Williams was removed on a stretcher late in the fourth quarter with a serious lower-leg injury.
- Williams sustained the injury after landing with his left leg trapped beneath his body during a dunk attempt.
- Thunder coach Mark Daigneault stated that no specific details on the injury were available at the time.
- There is a strong possibility that Williams will miss the remainder of the 2026-27 season.
The Oklahoma City Thunder hosted the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday at 6:00 p.m. CT, entering the matchup with a 2‑0 start to the 2026‑27 season.
Oklahoma City secured a 108‑101 victory over Los Angeles.
Thunder forward Jalen Williams was removed on a stretcher late in the fourth quarter after sustaining a serious lower‑leg injury.
Williams attempted a dunk, was sandwiched in mid‑air by Kris Dunn and Derrick Jones Jr., and landed with his left leg trapped beneath his body, appearing to break in an abnormal direction.
Thunder coach Mark Daigneault said, "We're not doing great. That's tough on the guys," and noted that no specifics on the injury were available.
During the post‑game press conference, Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander pulled his jersey over his face while Williams' leg was placed in an air cast before being loaded onto a stretcher.
Williams gave the crowd a thumbs‑up as he was wheeled off, and there is a strong possibility he will miss the remainder of the season.
Your questions, answered
What happened to Jalen Williams during the Thunder vs Clippers game?
Jalen Williams was removed on a stretcher late in the fourth quarter after sustaining a serious lower-leg injury while attempting a dunk.
Who won the game between the Thunder and Clippers?
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Clippers with a final score of 108-101.
Will Jalen Williams play again this season?
There is a strong possibility that Jalen Williams will miss the remainder of the season due to his injury.
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