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Clippers-Thunder: Depleted L.A. Squad Faces Confident Oklahoma City Team

 
The Thunder are looking for another two-game win streak. It could happen tonight.  Here are two reasons why:   The Clippers' Injury Troubles The starting lineup is out. I knew that the Clippers had a few injuries, but I didn't realize it was this bad. Check out this lineup: Center - DeAndre Jordan This guy had 23 points versus the Lakers on Wednesday night. Before that, he averaged 11.9 minutes per game. SG - Eric Gordon Gordon averages 31.3 minutes per game. He can score well but his rebounding and assists could use a little help. SF - Al Thornton Al averages 16.9 points per game but also averages near four fouls per game. PF - Brian Skinner Skinner averages 15 minutes per game and 3.3 points per game. PG - Mardy Collins Collins averages 15 minutes and six points per game. All above facts were taken from NBA.com.   The Thunder's Confidence The Thunder are coming off a huge win at Golden State on Wednesday. Jeff Green ... (link)

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