Branden Carlson Out for Thunder with Concussion
Branden Carlson of the Oklahoma City Thunder is dealing with a concussion and will not be playing. The center has been ruled out due to this injury, which started on December 23, 2024. This marks his first reported injury.
What It Means
This injury means Branden Carlson will be unavailable for the Thunder. His absence may not have a significant impact on the team’s performance, as he has limited playtime and stats. This season, Carlson averages only 0.8 points per game and plays about 3.4 minutes per game.
The Thunder will likely rely more on Isaiah Hartenstein, who is ranked higher in the center position. Hartenstein averages 12.5 points per game and plays over 30 minutes each game. Jaylin Williams might also see changes in his role during this period.
