Cason Wallace turns 23 amid recovery from shoulder surgery

Guard averaged 6.3 points in 3 games before the injury.

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What happened: The NBA recognized Cason Wallace on Saturday for his 23rd birthday. Wallace remains sidelined after undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder.

Why it matters: Wallace signed an extension on Oct. 19 before suffering the shoulder injury early in the campaign. Oklahoma City is 7-2 through nine games in the 2026-27 regular season, having won three straight.

By the numbers: Wallace recorded 6.3 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game in 2026-27 through 3 games.

What to watch: Wallace is scheduled to be re-evaluated before the end of the regular season.

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Cason Wallace turns 23 amid recovery from shoulder surgery

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