OLIVIER SARR NEWS

Diagnosed with Achilles injury The Thunder announced Wednesday that Sarr sustained a left Achilles tendon rupture during Game 3 of the G League Finals on Monday, Rylan Stiles of FanSided.com reports.

Impact While the Thunder are expected to release a return timetable in the coming months, Sarr's injury could continue to affect him during the 2024-25 campaign. Sarr split time between the NBA and G League this season as a two-way player and is ineligible for the Thunder's postseason run.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Goes down with ankle injury Sarr left Monday's Game 3 of the G League Finals against the Maine Celtics due to an ankle injury, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.

Impact Sarr was involved in a collision while pursuing a rebound, and he ultimately needed to be carried to the locker room. His return to Monday's clash seems unlikely given the circumstances in which he exited.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in points Sarr logged 30 points (12-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, four blocks, three steals and an assist in 30 minutes during Oklahoma City Blue's 126-116 win over the Memphis Hustl...

Impact Sarr had his best offensive perfomance of the season, leading the team with 30 points. He was efficient with his field goal attempts, making 10 out of 11 two-point shots. Aside from his scoring, he led the team with 13 rebounds and four blocks.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double in win Sarr logged 17 points (6-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 16 rebounds, three blocks and an assist in 27 minutes during Oklahoma City Blue's win over the Memphis Hustle on Friday, Mar. 15.

Impact Sarr had a very strong performance on the boards, leading the team with 16. He was also a key offensive player, scoring 17 points on 14 shots.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double in win Sarr logged 21 points (7-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 18 rebounds, two steals, two assists and a block in 34 minutes during Oklahoma City's 120-101 win over Austin on Friday.

Impact Sarr had a very productive effort on Friday, leading the way with 18 rebounds. He was an integral part of the team offensively, scoring 21 points and obtaining seven offensive rebounds.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Plays garbage-time minutes Sunday Sarr (hip) played the final 5:30 of Sunday's 120-104 loss to the Pistons, finishing with zero points (0-1 FG) and one rebound.

Impact Though he was available to play after missing the Thunder's last three games with a right hip strain, Sarr wasn't a part of the rotation while the contest was competitive. He didn't check into the game until after the midway point of the fourth quarter, when the Thunder were trailing by 16 points and had already essentially conceded the win. The two-way player remains behind Chet Holmgren, Jaylin Wililams and Kenrich Williams in the pecking order at center and could be headed to the G League's Oklahoma City Blue in the near future to get more meaningful run.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Detroit Sarr (hip) isn't on the injury report for Sunday's game versus the Pistons.

Impact Sarr will return to action Sunday after missing the last two contests with a right hip strain. However, Sarr is unlikely to receive significant playing time.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Friday Sarr (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Sarr continues to deal with a hip issue and will be unavailable for a third consecutive matchup. His continued absence shouldn't impact the Thunder's rotation.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Wednesday Sarr (hip) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact Sarr will miss his second straight game Wednesday due to a right hip flexor strain. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with the Pelicans.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday with hip injury Sarr has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers with a right hip flexor strain.

Impact Sarr hasn't seen any game action over the Thunder's last two contests, but he may have sustained the injury while suiting up for the G League's Oklahoma City Blue on Sunday. Despite starting for the Blue, Sarr was lifted after playing just eight minutes in the team's 128-105 win over the Mexico City Capitanes. Sarr is now back with the NBA club and looks set to be evaluated on a game-by-game basis until the Thunder provide further updates on his condition.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Portland Sarr (illness) isn't on the injury report for Thursday's game versus the Trail Blazers.

Impact Sarr is available Thursday after missing Wednesday's contest with a non-COVID illness. However, Sarr isn't expected to receive significant playing time.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Sarr (illness) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Heat.

Impact Sarr is not currently part of the rotation and has made just eight appearances this season.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double in loss Sarr logged 13 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 12 rebounds and three blocks in 30 minutes during Oklahoma City's 113-114 loss to the South Bay Lakers on Tuesday.

Impact Sarr registered another double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds. He was more productive offensively in this game as he made five out of his nine shots.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double in loss Sarr logged 12 points (4-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and a steal in 32 minutes during Oklahoma City Blue's 111-117 loss to Maine on Wednesday.

Impact Sarr had a productive game on the boards, leading the team with 11 rebounds; however, he struggled offensively, scoring 12 points. He was inefficient with his field goal attempts, connecting on only 4 of 14, and he also turned the ball over five times.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Sarr isn't in the starting five for Wednesday's season opener against the Bulls, Rylan Stiles of FanSided.com reports.

Impact Sarr will move back to the bench with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander returning to the starting lineup. Sarr made just nine appearances for the Thunder last year but will likely compete with Aleksej Pokusevski for backup center minutes with Jaylin Williams (hamstring) out.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decent in spot start Sarr recorded 10 points (3-4 FG, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, an assist and two blocks across 25 minutes in Thursday's 118-116 preseason loss to the Pistons.

Impact Sarr was a surprising addition to the starting lineup in the preseason finale, but he delivered a solid outing on both ends of the court. Based on this performance and the fact that Jaylin Williams (hamstring) will open the season on the injured list, Sarr might be part of the Thunder roster on Opening Night. However, he's not expected to play a prominent role off the bench if that's the case, ultimately limiting his fantasy upside.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will start against Detroit Sarr will start Thursday's game against the Pistons, Rylan Stiles of FanSided.com reports.

Impact Head coach Mark Daigneault confirmed the starters well before the 8 PM ET tipoff, and Sarr will replace Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (knee), though Sarr will play in the frontcourt next to Chet Holmgren. Expect Luguentz Dort and Josh Giddey to handle most of the playmaking duties with the first unit.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could Olivier Sarr Supplant Injured Jaylin Williams to Oklahoma City's Benefit? With Jaylin Williams out for an extended period of time due to injury, Olivier Sarr might have a legitimate chance to produce through the st...

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Could Olivier Sarr Supplant Injured Jaylin Williams to Oklahoma City's Benefit? With Jaylin Williams out for an extended period of time due to injury, Olivier Sarr might have a legitimate chance to produce through the st...

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Olivier Sarr signs two-way contract with Thunder Sarr spent the 2020-21 season with the Wildcats after transferring from Wake Forest.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Thunder End of Year Report Card: Olivier Sarr After beginning the 2022-23 season as a member of the Portland Trail Blazers, OKC signed the former Blue center to a two-way deal midway thr...

APRIL 23, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Back to bench for Play-In Sarr will not start Wednesday's game against the Pelicans, Joe Mussatto of The Oklahoman reports.

Impact Sarr started the Thunder's regular-season finale with the team resting several of its rotation players and, as expected, will slide to the second unit Wednesday. Considering Sarr has played just nine games this season, he shouldn't be expected to touch the floor.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts second half Tuesday Sarr finished Tuesday's 101-100 win over the Clippers with four points (1-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 19 minutes.

Impact After being excluded from the rotation in the Thunder's previous game Sunday against the Suns, Sarr not only drew back into the mix Tuesday, but he actually started the second half over Jaylin Williams, who was dealing with foul trouble. The Thunder's center rotation has been volatile for most of the season, so despite his solid showing Tuesday, Sarr can't be relied upon to take the court in Thursday's rematch with the Clippers. Dario Saric (coach's decision) didn't leave the bench Tuesday, but he had played double-digit minutes each of the past five games and may still be ahead of Sarr in the pecking order.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid performance in loss Sarr finished with 17 points (7-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-3 FT), 10 rebounds and six assists in 32 minutes during Friday's 112-110 loss to the Stars.

Impact After a brief stint with the Thunder, Sarr made his return to the G League where he dominated by finishing with a double-double on an efficient clip. While with the Blue, expect him to continue to play at a high level as the primary big man.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets run in blowout Sarr played 11 minutes in Wednesday's 132-101 loss to the Suns, finishing with five points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and one block.

Impact Since Oklahoma City was without five players due to injury or rest and the game turned into a blowout by the end of the third quarter, head coach Mark Daigneault was able to empty the bench and get a look at Sarr, who played all but one minute and 11 seconds of the final period. Jaylin Williams and Jeremiah Robinson-Earl both played ahead of Sarr and appear to be the Thunder's preferred options at center, so the second-year big man out of Kentucky looks as though he'll find himself out of the rotation more often than not.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE