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Pokushevsky shone in the Thunder loss to the Raptors
The Raptors took a walk in Oklahoma City and edged out the Thunder 117-98, going 7 straight wins on a night when Alexei Pokusevski was great for the losers with 18 points.
Alexei Pokushevsky’s star shone after a while. The Serbian forward took game time against the Raptors and snapped their hair, leading his team in the 98-117 home loss to Toronto.
Pokushevsky came off the bench but played 30 minutes and finished the game on 18 points with 7/9 shots (4/5 three points), 4 rebounds, 1 assist, 4 steals and 2 steals in one of his busiest performances in the NBA.
However, his superb presence could not prevent defeat to these Raptors, who fearlessly continue on their course. The Canadians didn’t press at all, gaining the upper hand early in the match and earning a positive result, seeking their seventh straight win.
Pascal Shiakam was the top winner with 27 points and 16 rebounds, with Fred VanVlit adding 21 points.
In addition to Pokushevsky, Tio Malendon also had 18 points for the Thunder.
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