{"id":686762,"date":"2026-03-29T21:39:18","date_gmt":"2026-03-29T21:39:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/686762\/"},"modified":"2026-03-29T21:39:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T21:39:18","slug":"new-york-knicks-vs-oklahoma-city-thunder-injury-report-whos-playing-injured-and-questionable-players-head-to-head-records-team-stats-and-more-march-29-2026-nba-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/686762\/","title":{"rendered":"New York Knicks vs Oklahoma City Thunder injury report: Who&#8217;s playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (March 29, 2026) | NBA News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <img src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1774820358_298_new-york-knicks-vs-oklahoma-city-thunder.jpg\" alt=\"New York Knicks vs Oklahoma City Thunder injury report: Who's playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (March 29, 2026)\" title=\"New York Knicks vs Oklahoma City Thunder (Image via Getty)\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/>New York Knicks vs Oklahoma City Thunder (Image via Getty) The New York Knicks are on the road to face the Oklahoma City Thunder on March 29, 2026, at Paycom Center. This game comes late in the regular season and matters for both teams. The Knicks are 48\u201326 and are in a good spot in the Eastern Conference playoff race.The Thunder are 58\u201316 and have the best record in the league. They are trying to secure the top seed before the playoffs begin. Both teams have some injury concerns, so this game could depend on who is available.<\/p>\n<p>New York Knicks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Injury report (March 29, 2026)<\/p>\n<p>New York Knicks<\/p>\n<p>The Knicks are missing some important guards.Out: \u2022 Landry Shamet (knee) \u2022 Miles McBride (pelvis\/hip)Day-to-day \/ game-time decisions: \u2022 Kevin McCullar Jr. (quadriceps) \u2022 Jalen Brunson (right ankle soreness)Brunson is the key player here. If he plays, the Knicks offense will run normally. If he does not, players like Josh Hart, Mikal Bridges, and Jose Alvarado will have to do more.<\/p>\n<p>Oklahoma City Thunder<\/p>\n<p>The Thunder do not have many injury problems.Game-time decision: \u2022 Chet Holmgren (hip)If Holmgren does not play, Isaiah Hartenstein will likely start. Jaylin Williams and Branden Carlson will get minutes from the bench. The rest of the team, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams, is available.<\/p>\n<p>New York Knicks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Key players and rotations for both teams<\/p>\n<p>Knicks core rotation<\/p>\n<p> \u2022 Jalen Brunson leads scoring and playmaking \u2022 Josh Hart and Mikal Bridges provide defense and energy \u2022 Jose Alvarado brings effort off the bench \u2022 Karl-Anthony Towns scores inside and outside \u2022 OG Anunoby handles tough defensive matchups \u2022 Mitchell Robinson and Ariel Hukporti help with reboundingWith Shamet and McBride out, the Knicks have fewer options in the backcourt.<\/p>\n<p>Thunder core rotation<\/p>\n<p> \u2022 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the team in scoring \u2022 Jalen Williams and Isaiah Joe add more offense \u2022 Luguentz Dort and Cason Wallace focus on defense \u2022 Chet Holmgren, if he plays, protects the rim \u2022 Isaiah Hartenstein and Jaylin Williams provide sizeEven if Holmgren does not play, the Thunder still have a strong lineup.<\/p>\n<p>New York Knicks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Head-to-head history and recent results<\/p>\n<p>The Thunder lead the all-time series 75\u201368. They have also won the recent matchups. \u2022 2024\u201325 season: Thunder won 2\u20130 \u2022 2023\u201324 season: Thunder won 2\u20130 \u2022 2025\u201326 season: First meeting (0\u20130)Last season, OKC won 126\u2013101 in a game where they shot well and controlled the pace.<\/p>\n<p>New York Knicks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Team stats comparison (2025\u201326 season)<\/p>\n<p>Category Knicks (48\u201326) Thunder (58\u201316)Win\u2013loss 48\u201326 (3rd East) 58\u201316 (1st overall)Points per game ~115\u2013117 ppg ~120\u2013122 ppgScoring leader Jalen Brunson (25+ ppg) Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (~34 ppg)FG%\/3PT% Solid shooting, average volume High efficiency, strong shootingDefensive rating Mid-tier, strong wings Top-tier defenseRebounding Strong with Towns\/Robinson Strong frontcourt rebounding<\/p>\n<p>New York Knicks vs Oklahoma City Thunder Matchup breakdown and X-factors (March 29, 2026)<\/p>\n<p>The Knicks are good in half-court offense and play with physical defense. If Brunson plays, they can control the pace and stay close.The Thunder rely on speed, scoring, and defense. They push the ball and create easy chances.Key things to watch: \u2022 Holmgren\u2019s status \u2022 Brunson\u2019s ankle \u2022 Three-point shooting<\/p>\n<p>What to expect from Knicks vs Thunder (March 29, 2026)<\/p>\n<p>This should be a close and competitive game. OKC has the edge at home and has been the better team this season. The Knicks, however, are tough and can stay in the game.Expect the Thunder to play fast and the Knicks to slow things down. 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