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Sports 6 - The Elk City News December 17, 2022 OKC Thunder: Thunder fall to OU football: Sooners Heat, 110-108, with hot shooting and ref controversy at the end looking to make additional Clemente Almanza Sports Writer, Musk- other non-call for the Thunder. moves as early signing ogee Phoenix period approaches After Gilgeous-Alexander’s attempt hit the side of the backboard, Giddey was able to catch OKLAHOMA CITY — With 25.1 seconds left the ricochet and attempted to lay it in for the tie. in the game, the Miami Heat had a chance to steal a game on the road. Giddey missed the layup and fell to the ground Without Jimmy Butler, Tyler Herro was given with Dewayne Dedmon’s hand on his back. Jesse Crittenden, The Nor- diana, recording 49 tackles — question marks entering next the ball to hit a potential game-winner against After a few seconds of confusion, the PA an- man Transcript 6.5 for a loss — and four sacks. season. Recent reports, includ- Daeh McCullough is a 2023 the Oklahoma City Thunder. After a series of nouncer announced the final score of the game ing one from 247Sports’ Park- Despite finishing the regu- four-star defensive back that dribbles, Herro was able to work his way into the and the crowd began to rain down boos on the lar season with a 6-6 record, had been committed to Cincin- er Thune, indicate that Marvin right side of the court and hit a 19-foot pull-up officiating trio of Ed Malloy, Brent Barnaky and things are looking pretty good nati since June 4. Mims could return for his se- jumper on Aaron Wiggins with 5.1 seconds left. Leon Woods. for Oklahoma. ‘The brothers are huge addi- nior year, but Mims hasn’t of- ‘The Thunder failed to respond back and the ‘The Sooners’ 2023 recruiting tions for the Sooners, and they When asked about them, Thunder head coach ficially announced anything as. Heat was able to celebrate stealing a second con- class mostly remains intact, could help bring much-needed secutive road game as Victor Oladipo sprinted to Mark Daigneault refused to assign any blame on which is significant with the depth next season at lineback- of Tuesday. Herro for a bearhug following the final buzzer. the veteran group. early signing period beginning er and defensive back. Outside of Drake Stoops ‘The three-point shot was once again the detri- “In all honesty, Ed, Brent, Leon — those guys on Dec. 21. OU's class has con- ‘Theo Wease commits to Mis- and Jalil Farooq, the Sooners’ ment for the Thunder. have done (over) 3,000 career games and have tinued to hold strong, ranking souri receiver room is full of players After allowing the Dallas Mavericks to go 22- done 175 playoff games. We do not get crews fifth nationally, per Rivals. ‘The former OU receiver has ‘The Sooners could improve found a new home after en- that lack experience or didn’t of-54 (40.7 percent) from three in a 121-114 like that. ‘That’s probably the most experienced, on that ranking if they manage tering the transfer portal last see the field much this season. loss on Monday, the Heat shot lights out from seasoned, trustworthy crew that we've had all to nab a few more players via week. While the team could use im- beyond the arc on Wednesday, going 24-of-56 the NCAA Transfer Portal. Wease announced Sunday (42.9 percent). year. It’s one of the most trustworthy crews and provements at every position, ‘The Sooners currently have via Twitter that he was com- the offensive and defensive To the Thunder's credit, it was able to limit the experienced crews that we've had in two years. 23 high school recruits and mitting to the Tigers, de- damage from beyond the arc in the second half. “I'm not going to complain about them one bit three transfer portal players livering a small blow to the line remain top priorities. The ‘The Heat shot 8-of-27 (29.6 percent) from three because we'll take a crew of that experience lev- committed to the class. Sooners’ receiving corps next Sooners are set to lose both during the final two quarters; a stark contrast el, we'll take every night. We'll take them again With the initial frenzy in the season. Wease caught 19 Anton Harrison and Wanya to its blazing hot 16-of-29 (55.2 percent) start Friday. We'll take them again Saturday. They're portal now dissipating, and passes for 378 yards and four Morris on the offensive line, from three in the first half. only one more week before the touchdowns for the Sooners always going to miss plays, but you can’t replace Sooners can sign new players, this season. while defensive lineman Jalen Herro led the way as he finished with 35 points and went a ridiculous 9-of-17 from three. Bam having a steady hand on the game. I appreciate the team has a few final chanc- Wease is one of 17 Sooners Redmond is also projected to Adebayo added a double-double of 15 points and that — especially the last couple of years. [hope es to bolster their roster head- to enter the portal, but he’s the depart. 13 assists. they're here again Friday.” ing into the offseason. only one that’s officially found As of Tuesday, the Sooners Here's a look at the latest anew school. For the Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Darius Bazley starts have seven linemen in their ‘23 recruiting and transfer por- ‘The Sooners have also man- ‘once again led the way with 27 points on 10-of- ‘The Thunder is extremely thin with its wings. tal news for the Sooners, and aged to add three productive class, but it wouldn’t hurt to 20 shooting and also added eight rebounds and On Wednesday, it was without Kenrich Williams areas where they can still im- players via the transfer portal. snag another lineman or two seven assists. Josh Giddey also finished with a prove: near triple-double of 19 points, 11 rebounds as he deals with a knee sprain, Ousmane Dieng, with experience in the portal. ‘That includes tight end Auston as he is on G League assignment and Jeremiah Sooners land McCullough Stogner, who's returning to the On the defensive line front, and seven assists. brothers Sooners after one season with Here are three other thoughts from the Thun- Robinson-Earl — who Daigneault said, will be ‘The Sooners essentially got South Carolina, and defensive the Sooners are hoping to stay der’s 110-108 loss to the Heat. week-to-week with an ankle sprain. two highly-coveted prospects lineman Jacob Lacey, who re- in the mix for five-star recruit Controversy at the end With the lack of options, the Thunder gave in one move Monday, and they corded two tackles for loss and David Hicks. The Sooners were ‘There were a few judgment calls by the refer- boosted their defense in the two sacks in four games with the Fighting Irish this season. considered the favorite for the Darius Bazley his first start of the season. In 31 ees that the Thunder home crowd was not happy minutes, Bazley finished with 12 points and five process. Brothers Dasan and Daeh Needs, targets with one Katy, Texas native before he about. Both happened on the final inbound pass by rebounds and was a plus-13. McCullough both announced week remaining committed to Texas A&M back the Thunder with 4.2 seconds left as it trailed by Heat retro look their commitment to the ‘The Sooners have been ag- in September. two points. ‘The Heat decided to come to Oklahoma City Sooners’ 2023 class in separate gressive targeting wide receiv- However, Hicks went on an Twitter posts. Both commit- ers in the portal. ‘The first happened when Gilgeous-Alexander in style. It decided to wear its black jersey with ments came after the brothers The Sooners have offered official visit with the Sooners caught the inbound pass and attempted a left Heat instead of Miami in the front, in remem- in November, which included visited the campus on a re- scholarships to at least five baseline pull-up jump shot he missed. As he re- brance of the 2012 NBA Finals. cruiting trip over the weekend. pass catchers, including for- attending the Bedlam win over leased the ball, Gilgeous-Alexander fell to the Dasan McCullough, an out- ‘The Heat wore the jersey during its Game 2 mer three-star recruits RaRa Oklahoma State. A few outlets, ground after a Caleb Martin contest. victory over the Thunder a decade ago. side linebacker, is coming to Thomas (Auburn) and Dorian including 247Sports, still give Did Gilgeous-Alexander get hit? He thinks so. the Sooners via the transfer ‘Singer (Arizona). “[ thought I felt contact. I guess the refs didn’t Since then, the black Heat jersey now says ‘Mi- portal, The former four-star re- With Wease gone, the Soon- the Sooners a chance to land think so,” he said after the game. ami’ instead of ‘Heat.’ But it looks like it made an cruit played one season at In- ers’ wide receiver room has Hicks later this month, ‘The next controversial judgment call was an- exception for its lone visit to OKC this season. Providing comfort and, Supportfor End of Life chotces Jerry Jones hints at coming deal Hospice care provides medical services, emotional support, and spiritual re- between Odell Beckham and sources for people who are in the last stages of a serious illness, such as cancer or heart failure. Hospice care also helps family members manage the practical Dallas Cowboys: ‘Stand by’ details and emotional challenges of caring for a dying loved one. Clarence E. Hill Jr., Fort 33, on Monday, Jones said arm-waving — could be the or questions regarding hospice service or eligibility, contact: Worth Star-Telegram the team remains steadfast in difference in the world cham- their pursuit of Beckham and pionship” Carrie Perry, RN/ Admin: Sstrator At the conclusion of the even hinted at a coming deal NFL's League Meetings on when asked for a timeline. So when will Beckham be ready to play? Wednesday, Dallas Cowboys Beckham, 30, a three-time Pat Welsh, RN/ C rdinator of Patient Care owner Jerry Jones walked out Pro Bowler, has not played “He's at a level, but I don’t of a side door of the Four Sea- since he suffered a torn ACL in have an exact quantifying way Some of the most common conditions are: sons Resort in Irving and de- Super Bowl 56 last February. to say when, but he is work- * Cancer * Failure to Thrive * End Stage Cardiac Disease (CHF) clined to talk about what the He is only interested in play- ing,” Jones said. “But sooner 32 owners discussed. ing in the postseason. * End Stage Cerebrovascular Disease (CVA) * End Stage Amyotrophic rather than later. Yes, Just “I don’t have any comments And while the Cowboys Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) * End Stage Pulmonary Disease (COPD) stand by. Stand by.” as to the contents of the meet- signed Hilton because he can * End Stage Liver Disease * End Stage Renal Disease * AIDS/HIV ing today. Can't uh—don't make an immediate impact, Does Jones have a time- * End Stage Neurological Disease such as Parkinson's or Alzheimer’s want to talk. I don’t want Jones said Beckham remains line for a decision? The team an option because he could would like Beckham to get to to—we want to be really, really guarded about what's said in possibly be a difference maker Dallas to continue his rehab carrte err Professional, Passionate the meetings,” Jones said. in a Super Bowl title with his with the trainers and learn the But Jones said he would be performance in the playoffs. playbook so he could have best Advance, Attentive... glad to talk about football, and “Great players make great opportunity to be an impact he couldn’t hold back when the plays. Great ones make ex- Our Difference Is Our Care topic turned to free agent re- ceptional plays,” Jones said of player in the postseason. “I don’t want to talk about ceiver Odell Beckham Jr. Beckham. “And so I hope we Even though the Cowboys advance here where a handful that. I would stand by,” Jones Have you ever considered becoming signed receiver T-Y. Hilton, of great plays — and I may be said. a hospice volunteer? / A fulfilling experience in the spirit of giving and receiving. Have an awesome shot to share? Email the photo to [email protected] with a description and it could be featured in an upcoming edition!