The Oklahoma City Thunder built a reputation as a defensive powerhouse, and their offseason trade for Alex Caruso only strengthens that identity. Widely regarded as one of the league’s top perimeter defenders, Caruso joined forces with Lu Dort and rising star Cason Wallace to form one of the stingiest defensive units in the NBA.
Caruso recently appeared on The Old Man and the Three Podcast, praising Wallace’s instincts and raw athleticism on the defensive end. Through 54 games, Wallace recorded 26 blocks and 94 steals, averaging 2.2 steals in just 27.4 minutes per game. Caruso, a two-time All-Defensive selection, said Wallace’s ability to block jump shots is unlike anything he has seen.
While the two share a profound bond on the court, their locker room relationship includes plenty of jokes. Caruso shared a light moment during the podcast, recalling Wallace’s reaction upon meeting him. “You’re the first bald teammate I’ve ever had!” Wallace told Caruso, poking fun at the veteran’s look.
Moments like these show the chemistry that fuels Oklahoma City’s success. Behind the blocks and steals is a group that’s just as tight off the court as they are on it. In the opening night game of the 2025-26 NBA season, the Thunder will raise their first-ever championship banner and receive their championship rings in front of Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets.
Alex Caruso Reacts To Brock Bowers’ New Look
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers shaved his head ahead of his second NFL season, and Alex Caruso did not hold back from commenting on that. The Oklahoma City Thunder guard, who is famous for embracing baldness, gave Bowers a shoutout on social media with a side-by-side photo, captioned “LEVEL UPPP.”
Caruso is now 31 but chose his bald look in 2020 and has since become a fan favorite. Moreover, he earned the nickname Bald Mamba, a play on Kobe Bryant’s Black Mamba.
Bowers is coming off a historic rookie season, and with his new look, he is aiming even higher.
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