Aaron Wiggins Steps Up for Oklahoma City Thunder in Win Over LA Clippers

Aaron Wiggins played a crucial role in the Oklahoma City Thunder‘s 134-128 victory over the LA Clippers on Monday, marking the team’s first game without injured center Chet Holmgren.

With Holmgren sidelined due to a right hip fracture that will keep him out for 8-10 weeks, the Thunder opted for a small-ball starting lineup. Wiggins, alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luguentz Dort, Jalen Williams, and Isaiah Joe, formed the new starting five[3].

Wiggins, who has been alternating in the starting lineup with Isaiah Joe and Cason Wallace, had a significant task in battling Clippers center Ivica Zubac. Despite the challenges, Wiggins contributed to the team’s effort, although specific stats from this game are not detailed. Historically, Wiggins has averaged 10.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in his starts this season.

The Thunder’s small-ball strategy paid off, with the team holding a 20-point lead in the third quarter and managing to hold on despite the Clippers’ strong three-point shooting. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge with a career-high 45 points, while Jalen Williams added 28 points and Norman Powell of the Clippers scored 31 points.

The game highlighted the Thunder’s adaptability and depth, as they navigated through injuries to key players like Holmgren, Isaiah Hartenstein, and Jaylin Williams. Wiggins’s performance was part of a collective effort that showcased the team’s resilience and ability to adjust lineups effectively[3][4]).