Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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How can a small defense be so good? This detailed film breakdown & scouting report explores the Oklahoma City Thunder defense, which is lapping the league in turnovers, and they are the league best in another surprising area that is the key to their success.

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