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Double blow for OKC Thunder as Steven Adams ruled out of clash with Magic

January 30, 2019

Steven Adams has been ruled out of Oklahoma City’s clash with the Orlando Magic today.

The Thunder ruled the centre out about 30 minutes before tip-off with a right ankle sprain that he suffered in the win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday.

OKC will also be without guard Terrance Ferguson with the former Adelaide 36er ruled out with back spasms.

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