After the initial Thunder’s action, usually a ball screen for Shai Gilgeous Alexander, the Suns packed the paint, in a sagging defense that almost looked like box and 1 zone. The Thunder could have handled it better, but instead of moving the ball, they over-dribbled and settled for long jumpers. A rough shooting night for OKC didn’t help, either. Will other teams imitate the Suns?

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