What happened: Oklahoma City ruled Alex Caruso out for the rest of its game against Phoenix with a right ankle sprain. The Thunder led the Suns 75-66 in the in-progress contest.

Why it matters: Oklahoma City must finish the night without one of its rotation guards. Phoenix still has time left to cut into the nine-point deficit.

What to watch: Oklahoma City closes out the night short-handed before any update on Caruso's availability. Phoenix gets the rest of this game to cut into the lead.