In the Smoothie King Center, New Orleans Pelicans couldn't defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA's Play-In. Thanks to this victory, the Thunder secure their place to play against the Timberwolves for the eighth spot in the Western Conference, the last access to contend for a playoff spot. The game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Oklahoma City Thunder will be played this Friday starting at 9:30 PM (ET). Let's remember that the last time the Thunder qualified for the NBA playoffs was in the 2020 season, where they were eliminated by the Houston Rockets.
Pelicans vs. Thunder: These were the starting lineups
- New Orleans Pelicans: Trey Murphy III, Brandon Ingram, Jonas Valančiūnas, Herbert Jones, and C. J. McCollum. Coach: Willie Green.
- Oklahoma City Thunder: Luguentz Dort, Jalen Williams, Jaylin Williams, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Josh Giddey. Coach: Mark Daigneault.