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February 26, 2026
Not listed on injury report
Caruso (ankle) is not listed on the injury report for Friday's game versus the Nuggets, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Analysis
Caruso was hit with a maintenance day on the second leg of a back-to-back set Wednesday, but he'll be back in action Friday night and should resume his usual workload. Caruso's return should result in fewer minutes for Nikola Topic and Aaron Wiggins.
February 25, 2026
Not playing Wednesday
Caruso (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis
Caruso will sit for the second leg of the Thunder's back-to-back set while tending to a left ankle sprain, and his next chance to play is Friday against the Nuggets. Aaron Wiggins, Jared McCain and Kenrich Williams are all candidates to see an uptick in playing time in Caruso's absence.
February 25, 2026
Doubtful for Wednesday
Caruso is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Pistons with a left ankle sprain.
Analysis
Caruso was a candidate to rest anyway for the second leg of this back-to-back set, and his ankle issue pretty much guarantees that he'll be held out. Aaron Wiggins, Isaiah Joe and Kenrich Williams could see more opportunities with Caruso expected to sit.
February 25, 2026
Strong contribution off bench
Caruso posted 16 points (6-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists, two rebounds and two steals over 23 minutes during the Thunder's 116-107 win over the Raptors on Tuesday.
Analysis
Caruso was given the green light to return from a one-game absence due to a left ankle sprain. The veteran guard made his impact felt during Tuesday's win, leading the Thunder with a plus-22 point differential while finishing as the team's third-leading scorer behind Cason Wallace (27 points) and Isaiah Joe (22 points). It was just the third time in 15 games since the new year that Caruso scored in double digits, and while he profiles more as a defender than a scorer, he should have more scoring opportunities on some nights for as long as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdomen) is sidelined.
February 25, 2026
Will play Tuesday
Caruso (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis
Caruso will shed his questionable tag and return from a one-game absence due to a left ankle sprain. Over his last five appearances, the veteran swingman has averaged 6.8 points, 1.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.0 steals in 17.8 minutes per game.
February 23, 2026
Questionable with ankle sprain
Caruso is questionable for Tuesday's game against Toronto due to a left ankle sprain. Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Analysis
After missing Sunday's game against Cleveland, Caruso is aiming to keep his absence to a one-game minimum Tuesday. If the swingman doesn't suit up, some extra playing time would become open to Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe on the wing.
February 21, 2026
Won't play Sunday
Caruso has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Cleveland due to a left ankle sprain.
Analysis
The left ankle sprain is a new concern for Caruso, whose next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against Toronto. With the veteran swingman sidelined, Aaron Wiggins, Kenrich Williams and Isaiah Joe are candidates for increased playing time.